The respiratory and cardiac centres are located in ____________.
A
Cerebrum
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B
Diencephalon
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C
Crura cerebri
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D
Medulla oblongata
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Solution
The correct option is B Medulla oblongata Medulla oblongata is part of the hindbrain. It contains centers that control respiration, salivation, sneezing cardiovascular reflexes, and gastric secretions. Thus, the correct answer is option D.