What is the driving force for the movement of air into the lungs?

A. the pumping of the heart
B. the pressure gradient
C. the diffusion of gases
D .resistance generated in the blood vessels


Ans: B. the pressure gradient

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Which statement about testosterone is incorrect?

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If you wanted to increase the strength of your abdominal muscles, which exercise would be most effective?

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