What is the Hering-Breuer reflex?
A. The ability to adjust the transitions from inspiration to expiration.
B. The ability to exert voluntary control over the respiratory system.
C. When maximum chest expansion has been reached, the medulla oblongata stops sending inspiratory messages which prevents over inflation of the lungs.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: C
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