Inhalation in humans is achieved by

A) contraction of back muscles.
B) relaxation of back muscles.
C) relaxation of the diaphragm and muscles between the ribs.
D) contraction of the diaphragm and muscles between the ribs.


Answer: D

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The following graph shows the relationship between extinction and habitat area. Which statements help explain the trend shown on the graph? Check all that apply. 



_____  Larger patches are more likely to be encountered by new immigrants.
_____  Larger patches are likely to have a more uniform habitat.
_____  Larger patch size reduces genetic drift.
_____  Larger patches are more geographically isolated than smaller patches.
_____  Species richness is higher on larger patches.

Additional:
Clarify Question
· What is the key concept addressed by the question?
     
Gather Content
· What do you already know about habitat area and extinction?
        
Choose Answer
· Given what you now know, what information and/or problem solving approach is most likely to produce the correct answer?
       
Reflect on Process
· Did your problem-solving process lead you to the correct answer? If not, where did the process break down or lead you astray? How can you revise your approach to produce a more desirable result?

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Pseudocoel means “false body cavity.” Why is this term applied to the body cavity of roundworms?

What will be an ideal response?

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