Respiratory System- Mammals Vs Birds Flashcards

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Diaphragm and intertcostal muscles

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Inhale-the diaphragm contracts and moves downwards
Exhale- relaxes causing the thorax and lungs to recoil

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Thorax volume

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Inhale - increases the size of the thoracic cavity
Exhale- decreases the volume

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Pressure

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Inhale - decreases the pressure inside
Exhale- increases

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Air flow

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Inhale - in
Exhale - out

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Avian system

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