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Choose the correct answer from the alternatives given :
The respiratory centre, which regulates respiration in humans is located in __________________.

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Cerebral peduncle

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Cerebellum

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C

Vagus nerve

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D

Medulla oblongata

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Solution

The correct option is C Medulla oblongata
The medulla oblongata is the primary respiratory control center. Its main function is to send signals to the muscles that control respiration to cause breathing to occur.
Thus the correct answer is option D.

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