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What is the role of the diaphragm in inspiration?

 

Option: 1

It contracts to pull the ribs and sternum outwards


Option: 2

It relaxes to decrease the volume of the thoracic cavity

 


Option: 3

It contracts to flatten and increase the volume of the thoracic cavity


Option: 4

It relaxes to pull the ribs outwards and sternum inwards


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During inspiration, the diaphragm contracts and flattens, which increases the volume of the thoracic cavity and creates a pressure gradient for the movement of air into the lungs. Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

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