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Inspiration (inhalation) occurs when:

Diaphragm relaxes and thoracic cavity decreases

Diaphragm contracts and thoracic cavity increases

Intercostal muscles relax and lungs shrink

Intrapleural pressure becomes positive

Haemoglobin combines with oxygen to form:

The vital capacity of the lungs is defined as:

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