During inspiration (a.k.a. inhalation) of air into the lung of a mammal

A. the chest cavity has a positive pressure.
B. the diaphragm moves upward.
C. the diaphragm contracts.
D. the rib cage moves down.
E. the intercostal muscles relax.


C. the diaphragm contracts.

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