alleryThe chemosensitive area near the rhythm centre responds mainly to:
ANitrogen and argon
BSodium and potassium
CCO2 and hydrogen ions
DOxygen and glucose
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. CO2 and hydrogen ions
This area is highly sensitive to rising CO2 and H+ and signals the rhythm centre to remove them.
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