Predict what happens to air movement when atmospheric pressure is 760 mm Hg, intrapulmonary pressure is 758 mm Hg, and intrapleural pressure is 754 mm Hg

A) no air movement B) exhalation C) atelectasis D) inhalation


Answer: D

Anatomy & Physiology

You might also like to view...

The ____________________ system is the transport system of the body

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Anatomy & Physiology

Epinephrine (EP), norepinephrine (NE), cortisol, and aldosterone are all produced in the

a. pituitary gland. b. adrenal glands. c. thyroid gland. d. pancreas. e. hypothalamus.

Anatomy & Physiology

What is not true of the secretion produced by seminal vesicles?

A. It contains proseminogelin, a clotting enzyme. B. It is a viscous, yellowish fluid. C. It contains fructose. D. It is a thin, milky fluid. E. It contains prostaglandins.

Anatomy & Physiology

Which of the following best describes arteries?

A. strong, rigid vessels that carry blood under high pressure B. thin, elastic vessels that transport blood under low pressure C. elastic vessels that connect arterioles and venules D. fragile vessels that are prone to rupture. E. strong, elastic vessels that carry blood under high pressure

Anatomy & Physiology