Pneumotoxic centre which can moderate the functions of the respriatory rhythm centre is present at
A
Pons region in brain
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B
Thalamus
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C
Spinal cord
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D
Right cerebral hemisphere
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Solution
The correct option is A Pons region in brain Pneumotoxic centre which can moderate the functions of the respiratory rhythm centre is present in the pons region of the brain. Neural signals from this centre can reduce the duration of inspiration and thereby alter the respiration rate.