Human Anatomy
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ISBN: 9780135168059
Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon
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Chapter 22, Problem 12CYU
How does contraction of the diaphragm affect the volume of the thoracic cavity? How does this change of volume affect the pressure in the pleural cavity?
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