Define the following terms:
$(1)$ Inspiration
$(2)$ Expiration
$(1)$ Inspiration
$(2)$ Expiration
(N/A) $(1)$ Inspiration: The process during which atmospheric air is drawn into the lungs is called inspiration.
$(2)$ Expiration: The process by which the alveolar air is released out into the atmosphere is called expiration.
$(2)$ Expiration: The process by which the alveolar air is released out into the atmosphere is called expiration.
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