How are inspiration and expiration brought about in human beings?

  • A
    By the movement of the lungs themselves.
  • B
    By the contraction and relaxation of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles.
  • C
    By the action of the heart pumping blood.
  • D
    By the diffusion of gases in the alveoli.

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Where in the lungs does gas exchange take place?

In human beings, where does the gaseous exchange take place?

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