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Which blood vessels carry receptors that sense CO2 and H+ changes?
AAortic arch and carotid
BHepatic vein and vena cava
CPulmonary artery and vein
DRenal artery and vein
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Aortic arch and carotid
Receptors on the aortic arch and carotid artery signal the rhythm centre about CO2 and H+ levels.
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