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What is the changes in size of thoracic cavity during the contraction and relaxation of diaphragm?
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∙ 9y ago
When the Diaphragm contracts, it is pulled down, and is pulled back up when it relaxes.
Also, when you inhale, it contracts. When you exhale, it relaxes.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 9y agoThe intrathoracic cavity enlarges when the diaphragm contracts during inhalation, and decreases when the diaphragm relaxes during exhalation.
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