Which of the following structures contains central pattern generators that help regulate the breathing rhythm?

A. Pons
B. Thalamus
C. Forebrain
D. Cerebellum
E. Limbic system


A. Pons

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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an increase a decrease no change

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Air from the nasal cavity enters the superior portion of the pharynx called the ________

A) nasopharynx B) oropharynx C) palatopharynx D) laryngopharynx E) tracheopharynx

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Which of the following is the most common type of skin cancer?

A. Basal cell carcinoma B. Squamous cell carcinoma C. Kaposi's sarcoma D. Melanoma

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