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What will happen if the diaphragm shows no movement?
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Solution
- The diaphragm is the primary organ of breathing.
- The movement of the diaphragm expands the lungs and creates a vacuum.
- Due to this the air is sucked in.
- If the diaphragm does not move the lungs do not expand or contract and breathing stops.
- The person will die.
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