Which area of the brain-stem controls heart rate and breathing?

midbrain

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

pons

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

medulla

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

thalamus

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is C medulla
The brain and the spinal cord are parts of the central nervous system. The brain is divided into forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain. The hindbrain is divided into pons, medulla and cerebellum. The midbrain, pons and medulla together form the brainstem. The medulla contains centres which control respiration, cardiovascular reflexes and gastric secretions.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

The part of brain which controls the involuntary actions such as heart beat, breathing, blood pressure, etc. is :

(a) pons

(b) medulla

(d) cerebellum

Join BYJU'S Learning Program

Explore more

Join BYJU'S Learning Program