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The volume of air in the lungs is controlled by the

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The diaphragm,

During inhalation, the diaphragm is contracted which increases the volume of the lung cavity. During exhalation, the diaphragm is relaxed which decreases the volume of the lung cavity

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The volume of air in the lungs is controlled by the​

The volume of air in the lungs is controlled by the