Chemoreceptors in the arterial system

A Have a higher rate of oxygen consumption per gram than brain tissue
B Respond to changes in oxygen tension
C not content
D Respond to changes in pH
E Conduct afferent information via the glossopharyngeal and the vagus nerves
F Are found in the carotid sinus

Correct Answer: Have a higher rate of oxygen consumption per gram than brain tissue, Respond to changes in oxygen tension, not content, Respond to changes in pH, Conduct afferent information via the glossopharyngeal and the vagus nerves

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