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Govender general
on Dec 13, 2024Verified
Which of the following exerts control on the respiratory rhythm?
A) Fear
B) Pons
C) pH of the blood
D) Medulla oblongata
E) Pain
Respiratory Rhythm
The regular or irregular pattern of breathing controlled by neural mechanisms in the brain.
Medulla Oblongata
The lower portion of the brainstem, regulating vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.
Pons
A part of the brain located above the medulla, involved in regulating breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.
- Describe the control and regulation of respiration.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the control and regulation of respiration.