Which of the following statement$(s)$ is/are correct regarding the excretory system of a cockroach?
$(i)$ Excretion is performed by Malpighian tubules.
$(ii)$ They absorb nitrogenous waste products and convert them into uric acid,which is excreted out through the hindgut.
$(iii)$ In addition,fat body,nephrocytes,and urecose glands also help in excretion.

  • A
    Only $(i)$
  • B
    Both $(ii)$ and $(iii)$
  • C
    Both $(i)$ and $(iii)$
  • D
    All of these

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