Question

The function of the pneumotaxic centre located in lower part of the pons varoli:
(1) To control the depth of inspiration
(2) To limit inspiration
(3) To limit expiration
(4) To limit both inspiration and expiration​

Answer 1

Answer:

In the pons, the pontine respiratory group includes two areas known as the pneumotaxic centre and the apneustic centre. The respiratory centre is responsible for generating and maintaining the rhythm of respiration, and also of adjusting this in homeostatic response to physiological changes