MCQ
Which part of the brain is called respiratory rhythm centre?
  • A
    Cerebellum region
  • B
    Brain stem region
  • Medulla region
  • D
    Temporal region

Answer

Correct option: C.
Medulla region
c
Neural system in humans regulates and modulates the respiratory rhythm. Respiratory centreis located in the medulla oblongata and pons varoli. These centre regulates the rate and the depth of breathing by controlling the contraction of diaphragm and other respiratory muscles

Medulla oblongata contains inspiratory rhythm centre in the dorsal portion of the respiratory centre or in ventral portion of the brain

Need a full question paper?

Generate a complete, print-ready paper with questions like this in minutes — across 16+ boards, with answer keys.

Start Generating Free