What helps in generating gradients for inspiration?

What helps in generating gradients for inspiration?
  1. The heart
  2. The lungs
  3. The diaphragm and intercostal muscles
  4. The blood vessels

Solution

The diaphragm and a specialized set of muscles - external and internal intercostals between the ribs help in generating gradients for inspiration.

Asked in: NCERT

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