Which of the Following Does Not Occur When Air Enters

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following does not occur when air enters the lungs?

• A) Thoracic pressure decreases.
• B) The diaphragm flattens.
• C) The diaphragm relaxes.
• D) The intercostal muscles raise the ribs.
• E) The amount of space in the thoracic cavity increases.

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Definitions:

Free Nerve Endings

Sensory receptors found in the skin and mucosa that respond to pain, temperature, touch, and pressure.

Temperature Change

A variation in the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment, typically measured in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Memory

The ability of the brain to store, retain, and recall information and experiences.

Golgi Tendon Organs

Sensory receptors located at the junction of muscles and tendons that monitor tension developed in muscles, helping to prevent damage from excessive force.