All of the following are involved in the regulation of the rate and depth of breathing EXCEPT which one? A) carotid and aortic bodies B) blood levels of CO₂ C) blood levels of O₂ D) bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli E) medulla oblongata

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The bronchi, bronchioles, and alveoli are primarily involved in the physical process of air passage and gas exchange, not in the regulation of the rate and depth of breathing. The regulation is mainly controlled by the medulla oblongata, chemoreceptors in the carotid and aortic bodies, and blood levels of CO2 and O2.

All of the Following Are Involved in the Regulation of the Rate