What is the role of the respiratory center in inhalation and exhalation?

The respiratory center is located in the medulla oblongata. It is he who regulates the entire breathing process. He analyzes the amount of carbon dioxide in the blood and decides whether to speed up breathing or slow it down. It is the medulla oblongata that sends nerve impulses that make the muscles contract. In this way, inhalation and exhalation are possible. If the medulla oblongata is damaged, then death will occur almost instantly, since in addition to regulating breathing, the medulla oblongata regulates blood circulation and other important processes.