Diaphram Muscles Flashcards by alianna jones | Brainscape

Q

Define the Diaphragm:

A

muscle portion that separates the thoracic & abdominopelvic cavities w/ 2 surfaces

primary respiratory muscle
expands/compresses the chest
Phrenic nerve(hiccups)

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Define the Concave surface of the diaphragm:

A

faces abdominal cavity

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Define the Convex surface of the diaphragm:

A

faces the thoracic cavity

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