A football player got hurt in his head and suffered difficulty in breathing. Which part of the brain might have got injured?
A
Cerebrum
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B
Cerebellum
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C
Medulla Oblongata
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D
Spinal cord
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Solution
The correct option is C Medulla Oblongata Medulla oblongata is responsible for controlling breathing. If a person gets severely injured at the back of his head it can be fatal and lead to death of the person.