Where Are the Central Chemoreceptors Located

question 42

Multiple Choice

Where are the central chemoreceptors located?

• A) lateral and ventral portion of the pons
• B) aortic arch and carotid bodies
• C) lateral and ventral portion of the medulla oblongata.
• D) lateral walls of cerebral cortex

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