The Cardiac Control Center of the _______ Coordinates the Autonomic

Question

The cardiac control center of the _______ coordinates the autonomic innervation of the heart.
A)pons
B)cerebrum
C)medulla oblongata
D)midbrain

Accepted Answer

The medulla oblongata is responsible for regulating autonomic functions, such as heart rate and breathing. Within the medulla oblongata, the cardiac control center coordinates the autonomic innervation of the heart, controlling heart rate and strength of contraction. The pons and midbrain also contribute to autonomic regulation, but not specifically for the heart. The cerebrum is responsible for higher cognitive functions, and is not directly involved in autonomic regulation.