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    In the homeostatic process for the regulation of breathing rate, where are the receptors which detect the increase of carbon dioxide levels?

    Question #96098. Asked by NoseTwitcher14. (May 27 08 2:17 PM)


    jonnowales

    		The chemoreceptors are in the carotid arteries and in the aortic arch. There is also a sensor in the medulla oblongata of the brain.

    For more see:

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemoreceptors

    May 27 08, 2:30 PM

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