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Can a cockroach jump?

Can a cockroach jump?

Can a cockroach jump?

A: When humans, animals or insects jump, it involves using the legs to propel the body in any given direction. Cockroach legs do not allow for this type of action (with one exception – see below). Instead, a cockroach can fling its body into the air by using its wings to propel itself out of harm's way.

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Can a queen jump over a rook?
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Is it a 3 pointer if you jump over the line?
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Can a knight jump 2 pieces?
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Can a castle jump a pawn?
A: The Rook (sometimes incorrectly called a castle) moves up, down, left, or right, 1 - 7 squares in any direction until the Rook reaches an obstruction or captures a piece. The Rook cannot jump over pieces and can only capture one piece per turn.
2023-05-04 16:09:40

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