Rhythmic Breathing Is Controlled by Networks of Neurons in the Central

question 21

Multiple Choice

Rhythmic breathing is controlled by networks of neurons in the central nervous system called

• A) pyramidal cells
• B) interneurons
• C) central pattern generators
• D) pontine nuclei
• E) visceral efferent initiators

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