alleryThe basic respiratory rhythm is generated in the
Acerebral cortex, voluntarily
Bhypothalamus, near temperature centres
Cmedulla oblongata of the brainstem
Dcerebellum, alongside motor coordination
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. medulla oblongata of the brainstem
The respiratory rhythm centre sits in the medulla oblongata
it sets the baseline rate and depth of breathing.
The pneumotaxic centre in the pons modulates this rhythm.
The cortex can override briefly, but the medulla resumes control automatically.
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