Difference between revisions of "Diaphragm"
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Revision as of 21:17, 8 November 2018
Key Stage 3
Meaning
The diaphragm is a wall of muscle separating the organs in the thorax from the organs in the abdomen.
About the Diaphragm
- The diaphragm is essential to allow vertebrates to breath air.
- When vertebrates inhale the diaphragm contracts and when they exhale the diaphragm relaxes.
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| An animation of the lungs inhaling and exhaling. |
Key Stage 4
Meaning
The diaphragm is a wall of muscle separating the organs in the thorax from the organs in the abdomen.