Movement Of Body Parts When Breathing Flashcards
(5 cards)
What is the main muscle responsible for breathing during normal respiration?
Diaphragm
What is the function of the intercostal muscles during breathing?
They help expand and contract the chest cavity to assist with breathing
True or False: The diaphragm contracts during inhalation and relaxes during exhalation.
True
Fill in the blank: The diaphragm ___________ to increase the volume of the thoracic cavity during inhalation.
contracts
What role do the intercostal muscles play in forced breathing?
They help further expand the chest cavity to increase airflow