The state, during which the respiratory centre is inhibited, is termed as

(a) anoxia 

(b) asphyxia

(c) suffocation  

(d) choking

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The correct option is (a) anoxia.

Explanation:

Respiratory centre controls the rate of respiration. It is located in medulla oblongata and pons. Anoxia is a condition in which there is a deficiency in oxygen reaching the tissues that is severe enough to damage the brain permanently. Anoxia results from low, atmospheric pressure at high altitudes, a shortage of circulating blood, red blood cells or haemoglobin or disordered blood flow, such as occurs in heart failure.

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