Swallowing center is situated in_______________?
Correct answer: C. Medulla
- A. MIdbrain
- B. Pons
- C. Medulla
- D. Cerebellum
Explanation
The swallowing centre is a medullary pattern-generating network that coordinates the sequential phases of swallowing, with related connections in the lower pons. Among the listed choices, the medulla is the best answer.
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