Practice Mechanism of Breathing - 14.3 | 14. Respiratory System | ICSE Class 9 Biology
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

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What happens to the diaphragm during inhalation?

💡 Hint: Think about how the diaphragm's movement changes the chest size.

Question 2

Easy

What happens to air pressure in the lungs during exhalation?

💡 Hint: Consider what occurs as the chest cavity decreases.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What happens to the diaphragm during inhalation?

  • It relaxes
  • It contracts
  • It stays still

💡 Hint: Consider what the diaphragm's action needs to be to bring in air.

Question 2

True or False: Exhalation decreases lung pressure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about what occurs when the chest cavity gets smaller.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a scenario where a person is having difficulty inhaling, identify possible reasons and describe how the diaphragm may be functioning.

💡 Hint: Consider what could inhibit the diaphragm's function.

Question 2

Illustrate how the mechanics of breathing can be affected in high altitudes.

💡 Hint: Think about how pressure differences affect breathing in various environments.

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