Mechanism of Breathing 2 stges . 1. Inspiration 2. Expiration Atmospheric air drawn in – Inspiration Alveolar air is released out- Expiration Basis of respiratory movement – Expansion &Contraction of Thoracic cavity
Inspiration Volume of thoracic cavity increases Pressure in thoracic cavity lower than atmospheric pressure Diaphragm contracts Ribs raise Expiration Volume of thoracic cavity decrease Pressure in thoracic cavity higher than atmospheric pressure Diaphragm relaxes Ribs lower