Where is the swallowing centre located?
A)cerebral cortex
B)medulla
C) hypothalamus
D) throat

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The swallowing center is located in the medulla, which is part of the brainstem. It controls the rhythmic movements of muscles involved in swallowing. The cerebral cortex is responsible for conscious control of swallowing, but the actual reflex is initiated in the medulla. The hypothalamus is not involved in swallowing. The throat is the site where ingestion occurs, but it is not the location of the swallowing center.

Where Is the Swallowing Centre Located