GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND

ENDOCRINE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which part of the brain controls breathing?
A
neurons
B
medulla
C
cerebellum
D
cerebrum
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The respiratory center is located in the medulla oblongata and is involved in the minute-to-minute control of breathing.

Detailed explanation-2: -The brain stem sits beneath your cerebrum in front of your cerebellum. It connects the brain to the spinal cord and controls automatic functions such as breathing, digestion, heart rate and blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Medulla oblongata function includes a wide range of responsibilities, like: Linking together your cardiovascular system, the system that controls the heart, and your respiratory system, the system that controls breathing. Together they control your heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.

Detailed explanation-4: -The medulla oblongata is responsible for regulating several basic functions of the autonomic nervous system, including respiration, cardiac function, vasodilation, and reflexes like vomiting, coughing, sneezing, and swallowing.

Detailed explanation-5: -If your medulla oblongata becomes damaged, it can lead to respiratory failure, paralysis, or loss of sensation.

There is 1 question to complete.