Question

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.

Answer 1

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.

Step-by-step explanation:

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.