Which part of the brain controls involuntary actions like breathing and heartbeat?
- Cerebrum
- Cerebellum
- Medulla Oblongata
- Thalamus
Answer: Medulla Oblongata
Medulla oblongata (brainstem) regulates vital autonomic functions: respiration, cardiovascular activity, vomiting, coughing. Damage can be fatal. Critical for neurophysiology. [[NCERT Biology Class 11]]