Explain respiratory system of cockroach with diagram.
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Respiratory system of cockroach
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Consists of a network of trachea, which opens through 10 pairs of small holes called spiracles
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Spiracles are present on the lateral side of the body.
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Opening of the spiracles is regulated by sphincters.
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Tracheal tubes are subdivided into tracheoles which carry oxygen to all parts.
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Exchange takes place in the tracheoles by diffusion.
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