Breathing ceases upon destruction of the___________________________?
Correct answer: B. Medulla oblongata
- A. Cerebrum
- B. Medulla oblongata
- C. Hypothalamus
- D. Cerebellum
Explanation
The medulla contains the essential respiratory rhythm-generating centres, so its destruction stops the automatic drive to breathe. Higher centres can modify breathing, but they cannot replace the medullary respiratory centres.
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