Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134042435
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 10, Problem 8TY

During a breathing cycle, as the diaphragm and intercostal muscles ________, the volume of the pleural cavity________ and air moves________ the lungs.

a. contract... decreases ... into

b. contract... increases ... into

c. relax ... increases ... out of

d. relax ... decreases ... into

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During expiration:   A. The diaphragm is relaxed to the make the thoracic cavity larger. B. The diaphragm is contracted to make the thoracic cavity smaller. C. The inter intercostals are contracted, making the thoracic cavity smaller. D. Both B & C
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