Peripheral CO2 and H+ receptors lie on which vessels?
ACoronary and jugular vessels
BAortic arch and carotid artery
CRenal artery and hepatic vein
DPulmonary vein and vena cava
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Aortic arch and carotid artery
Receptors on the aortic arch and carotid artery detect CO2 and H+ changes and signal the rhythm centre.
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