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Vomit centre is located in:

Correct answer: D. Medulla

  • A. Pons
  • B. Midbrain
  • C. Cerebellum
  • D. Medulla

Explanation

The medulla oblongata is the posterior part of the brainstem and plays a key role in controlling autonomic functions and reflexes, such as vomiting. This is why the vomit center is located here. In contrast, the pons is more involved with sleep and respiratory rhythms, the midbrain with sensory information processing, and the cerebellum with motor control and balance. None of these has a direct role in the vomiting reflex.

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