The Peripheral Chemoreceptors for Respiration

question 4

Multiple Choice

The peripheral chemoreceptors for respiration

• A) mainly reside in the aortic bodies
• B) Respond only to P_CO2
• C) Send afferent information over the hypoglossal nerve
• D) Respond to P_O2 only when it falls below about 40-60 mm Hg
• E) Cause increased ventilation in exercise

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