2. The graph shows changes in pressure in the human lungs during breathing.

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(a) Explain how the diaphragm causes the pressure changes between points P and Q
on the graph. (2 marks)
As the diaphragm muscles contract ,
it becomes Hatten .

This increases the volume of the tho rash cavity and

the deer worse in air pressure
lungs ,
causing a .

(b) Explain the change in pressure between points Q and R on the graph.(1 mark)

There is an rapid immense in

pressure from point
Q to R due to the rush in 4 air .

(c) Use the graph to calculate the ventilation rate of the person whose breathing is
shown. Give your answer in breaths per minute. Show your working.(2 marks)
Ventilation rate = 6014
=
IT breaths 1mi n

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