During inspiration,the diaphragm:

  • A
    Relaxes to become dome-shaped
  • B
    Contracts and flattens
  • C
    Expands
  • D
    Shows no change

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Select the correct option for the given figure (assuming the figure shows expiration).

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$I$ - Increase in lung volume
$II$ - Decrease in intrapulmonary pressure
$III$ - Contraction of respiratory muscles
$IV$ - Increase in thoracic volume
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