What happens to the diaphragm when we breathe in?

When we breathe in, the diaphragm contracts and moves down.

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What happens to the ribcage when we breathe in?

When we breathe in, the ribcage moves up and out.

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Explain the changes that happen in the chest that cause us to breathe out.

When we breathe out:

  1. The diaphragm relaxes and moves up.
  2. The volume in our chest decreases.
  3. The pressure in our chest increases.
  4. Air is forced out of the lungs.

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In the bell jar model, what does pulling down the rubber sheet represent?

In the bell jar model, pulling down the rubber sheet represents the diaphragm moving down and contracting.

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In the bell jar model, explain why the balloons inflate when the rubber sheet is pulled down.

When the rubber sheet is pulled down:

  1. The volume inside the bell jar increases.
  2. The pressure inside the bell jar decreases.
  3.  Air rushes into the balloons, making them bigger.

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What is lung volume?

Lung volume is the amount of air we can breathe in or out in one go.

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What is a spirometer used for?

A spirometer is a tool used to measure lung volume by recording how much air you breathe in and out.

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