Question

Respiratory rhythm centre is present:-

• A. Cerebrum
• B. Cerebellum
• C. Medulla
• D. Pons

Answer 1

Answer: (C), (D)

Pons
Medulla

• The respiratory center is located in the medulla oblongata and pons, in the brainstem.
• The respiratory center is made up of three major respiratory groups of neurons, two in the medulla and one in the pons. It is responsible for generating and maintaining the rhythm of respiration.
• Hence Respiratory rhythm center is present Medulla and pons.
• So, the correct answer is 'Medulla and Pons.