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How does the diaphragm contribute to breathing?

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How does the diaphragm contribute to breathing?
  1. By filtering air
  2. By contracting and relaxing to change lung volume
  3. By producing sound
  4. By transporting oxygen

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

How does the diaphragm contribute to breathing?
  • Step 1: The diaphragm is a dome-shaped muscle located at the bottom of the chest cavity.
  • Step 2: When you inhale, the diaphragm contracts and moves downwards.
  • Step 3: This contraction increases the volume of the thoracic cavity (the chest area).
  • Step 4: As the volume increases, air is drawn into the lungs through the nose and mouth.
  • Step 5: When you exhale, the diaphragm relaxes and moves back up to its original position.
  • Step 6: This relaxation decreases the volume of the thoracic cavity, pushing air out of the lungs.
  • Diaphragm Function – The diaphragm's role in changing thoracic cavity volume to enable breathing.
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