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The nerve impulses which stimulate the i...

The nerve impulses which stimulate the intercostal muscles and diaphragma and thus permit breathing, originate in the

A

Cerebellum

B

Pons

C

Hypothalamus

D

Medulla oblongata

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D
The respiratory center is located in the medulla oblongata and pons which are parts of the brain stem. The RC receives controlling signals of neural, chemical and hormonal nature and controls the rate and depth of respiratory movements of the diaphragm and other respiratory muscles. Refer Ans 1.
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