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Cockroaches are type of insect belonging to the phylum Arthropoda and these are dioecious . Their body is divided into segments and further into larger parts . Both male cockroach and female cockroach have abdomen that has how many segments ?
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To solve the question regarding the number of abdominal segments in male and female cockroaches, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks how many abdominal segments are present in both male and female cockroaches. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - I: Male Cockroach - 10 segments, Female Cockroach - 10 segments - II: Male Cockroach - 10 segments, Female Cockroach - 12 segments - III: Male Cockroach - 12 segments, Female Cockroach - 10 segments - IV: Male Cockroach - 6 segments, Female Cockroach - 6 segments 3. **Recalling Biological Facts**: It is known that both male and female cockroaches have the same number of abdominal segments. 4. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option I** states that both male and female cockroaches have 10 abdominal segments. This is consistent with biological knowledge. - **Options II, III, and IV** suggest different numbers of segments for either male or female cockroaches, which contradicts the known fact that both sexes have the same number of segments. 5. **Conclusion**: Since both male and female cockroaches have 10 abdominal segments, the correct answer is **Option I**. ### Final Answer: **Option I: Male Cockroach - 10 segments, Female Cockroach - 10 segments.** ---
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