Neural and Chemical Control of Breathing Flashcards
1
Q
Control of Breathing:
Medulla Oblongata
A
Where the respiratory control centre is in the brain
2
Q
Control of Breathing:
Chemoreceptors
A
-Found in Medulla Oblongata and Heart/Carotid Arteries
- Detect a rise in CO2
3
Q
Control of Breathing:
Motor Neurons
A
Send a signal to the respiratory muscles
