Inspiration is initiated by

  • A
    Relaxation of the diaphragm
  • B
    Contraction of the diaphragm
  • C
    Relaxation of the intercostal muscles
  • D
    Contraction of the lungs

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Air moves into the lungs when

Breathing involves ...$A$... during which atmospheric air is drawn in and ...$B$... by which the alveolar air is released out.
Choose the correct option for $A$ and $B$ to complete the given $NCERT$ statement.

Which of the following statements is false regarding the process of inspiration?

Define the following terms:
$(1)$ Inspiration
$(2)$ Expiration

Arrange the given steps by which the lungs show inspiration,in the sequence of events occurring first:
$I.$ Increase in the volume of the thoracic chamber in the dorsoventral axis
$II.$ Upward and outward movement of the ribs
$III.$ Contraction of intercostal muscles
$IV.$ Entry of air inside the lungs
$V.$ Contraction of the diaphragm
$VI.$ Increase in the volume of the thoracic chamber in the anteroposterior axis
Choose the correct option.

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