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The base of the lungs sits above the diaphragm, which is the primary muscle involved in respiration. The diaphragm separates the thoracic cavity, where the lungs are located, from the abdominal cavity. During inhalation, the diaphragm contracts and moves downward, creating negative pressure that allows air to flow into the lungs.

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