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Based on the article I've read, it has two main significance: Ecological Significance and Significance in Medical Research.

Ecological Significance - cockroaches breakdown nutrients of decaying matters. They play a major role as decomposers too.

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http://yougotme.hubpages.com/hub/Why-Do-Cockroaches-Topple-Over-When-They-Die

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8y ago

Well think of it this way.What is our purpose in this world?

Not everything has a purpose.

I'm not saying we don't have a purpose.

But cockroaches aren't bad.Just because they are "ugly" doesn't mean anything.Cockroaches probably think were "ugly".

So try to think of it that way.

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14y ago

they serve as food for other animals and decompose organic matter

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10y ago

Cockroaches are scavengers. They are like the cleaning crew.

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