What happens to the diaphragm when it contracts?

A. It becomes dome-shaped and aids in expiration.
B. It becomes dome-shaped and aids in inspiration.
C. It becomes flatter and aids in inspiration.
D. It becomes flatter and aids in expiration.


C. It becomes flatter and aids in inspiration.

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Which part of the reflex arc is activated by a stimulus?

A) integrating center B) afferent neuron C) receptor D) efferent neuron

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The sagittal suture is between theĀ ________.

A. sacrum and hipbone. B. alveolar process and tooth. C. two pubic bones. D. two parietal bones. E. atlas and axis.

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Which of the following skeletal parts are most affected by osteopenia?

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