Question

Number of moultings in cockroach after hatching and development of complete animal are

• A. Less than 7
• B. Upto 8
• C. Upto 9
• D. More than 10

Answer 1

The correct option is D More than 10

The life cycle of cockroach consists of three main stages namely eggs nymph and adult cockroach. Under optimal conditions, nymph hatch from the eggs within 24 to 38 days. Each nymph is known to undergo the process of metamorphosis by the shedding of their skin. Each nymph undergoes moulting approximately 10-13 times before developing into a fully grown adult

So, the correct answer is 'More than 10'