Medical Quiz

Topics: Anatomy & Physiology: Respiratory Quiz

During inspiration, the diaphragm ___ causing a(n) ___ in thoracic volume and a(n) ___ in the alveolar pressure.

A. Relaxes; increase; decrease

B. Contracts; increase; decrease

C. Relaxes; decrease; increase

D. Contracts; decrease; increase

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During expiration, the diaphragm ___ causing a(n) ___ in thoracic volume and a(n) ___ in the alveolar pressure.

A. Relaxes; decrease, increase

B. Relaxes; increase, decrease

C. Contracts; decrease; increase

D. Contracts; increase; decrease