Which of the Following Peripheral Chemoreceptors Has the Greatest Influence

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following peripheral chemoreceptors has the greatest influence over the respiratory centers?

• A) Aortic bodies
• B) Carotid bodies
• C) Femoral bodies
• D) Brachial bodies

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Definitions:

Adrenal Medulla

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Parasympathetic Nervous System

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Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, serving as the primary processing center for the entire nervous system.

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