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    The Peripheral Chemoreceptors
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The Peripheral Chemoreceptors

Question 17

Question 17

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The peripheral chemoreceptors


A) are located in the medulla oblongata.
B) lead to hypoventilation when stimulated.
C) respond to the arterial oxygen level.
D) are unresponsive to pH and CO₂ levels.

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