What happens during the process of inhalation?
1. Size of the chest cavity increases.
2. Size of the chest cavity reduces.
3. Diaphragm moves upwards.
4. Diaphragm moves downwards.
A
1 and 4
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B
1 and 3
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C
2 and 3
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D
2 and 4
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Solution
The correct option is A 1 and 4 During the process of inhalation, the chest cavity increases in size as it is filled with air. This is achieved by the ribs moving outwards and the diaphragm moving downwards.