Practice - Mechanics of Breathing
Practice Questions
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What happens to the diaphragm during inhalation?
💡 Hint: Think of how this affects the chest area.
What is the primary action of the intercostal muscles during inhalation?
💡 Hint: Consider how the rib cage changes size while breathing.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What muscle primarily contracts during inhalation?
💡 Hint: Think about which muscle separates the chest from the abdomen.
During exhalation, what happens to the volume of the thoracic cavity?
💡 Hint: Consider the opposite effect of inhalation.
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Challenge Problems
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Explain how the mechanics of breathing are affected by altitude, where oxygen levels are lower.
💡 Hint: Consider how the body adapts its breathing response.
Describe the role of the nervous system in controlling the mechanics of breathing.
💡 Hint: Think about how the body reacts when it needs more oxygen.
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