Question 17 Which muscle(s) is/are not involved with inspiration? Diaphragm Sternocleidomastoid Rectus abdominis Pectoralis minor External intercostals 1 pts
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The diaphragm and external intercostal muscles are the main muscles involved in inspiration. The diaphragm is a dome-shaped muscle located at the base of the thoracic cavity. When it contracts, it flattens and moves downward, increasing the volume of the thoracic Show more…
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