Chapter 21, Problem 19CYR

Summary Introduction

To review:

The blank space in the given statement “The main central factors to which the central chemo receptors of the medulla respond to is/are________, whereas the main chemical factor to which the peripheral chemo receptors respond is __________.”

Introduction:

The central chemo receptors are useful for regulating the respiratory functions in the body and are located near the medulla and are connected to CN9 and CN10 of the cranial nerves.

On the other hand, peripheral chemo receptors can be called as extensions of the nervous systems, located across the other parts of the body. They react to the changes in blood and changes in the oxygen levels in the blood.