During Inspiration, Intercostal Muscles Function to

question 14

Multiple Choice

During inspiration, intercostal muscles function to

• A) flatten the diaphragm.
• B) pull the rib cage up and out, so that lung volume increases.
• C) constrict the lungs so that intrapulmonary pressure increases.
• D) separate the layers of pleural membranes.
• E) increase blood flow to lung tissue.

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