Respiratory centre is located in:
Correct answer: C. Medulla
- A. Cerebrum
- B. Cerebellum
- C. Medulla
- D. Hypothalamus
Explanation
The medulla is responsible for, among other things, the controlling of involuntary activities, such as heartbeat, respiration, etc.
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