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Inspiration is produced by a(n) (increase/decrease) in the pressure in the thoracic cavity and the (inward/outward) flow of air to the lungs.

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Answer:Surface tension within the pleural cavity pulls the lungs outward. ... that is, air flows from an area of higher pressure to an area of lower pressure.

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Surface tension within the pleural cavity pulls the lungs outward. ... that is, air flows from an area of higher pressure to an area of lower pressure.

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