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Biology Question on Exchange Of Gases

During inspiration, the diaphragm

A

Expands

B

Contracts and flattens

C

Shows no change

D

Relaxes to become dome shaped

Answer

Contracts and flattens

Explanation

Solution

Diaphragm is a muscular structure present between abdominal and thoracic cavity in mammals. In normal condition, diaphragm is dome shaped. During inspiration, it becomes flat due to contraction and during expiration, it becomes relaxed.