General Learning Outcome(s)
8.2.9 understand the mechanic of inhalation and exhalation (u)
Specific Learning Outcome(s)
At the end of this activity you should be able to demonstrate the following ability:
8.2.9.1 explain the cause of breathing; Inhalation – Diaphragm and intercostals muscles contact; volume of the thoracic cavity is increase; increase volume, decrease pressures, air rushes in Exhalation – Diaphragm and the intercostals muscle relax; volume of the thorax cavity is decrease; decrease volume means increase pressure; air rushes push out