Which Part of the Pulmonary Anatomy Does Most of the Work

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which part of the pulmonary anatomy does most of the work of breathing?

• A) Pleura
• B) Intercostal muscles
• C) Diaphragm
• D) Sternocleidomastoid

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