What is the function of DIAPHRAGM in human body?
the diaphragm controls the flow of air into the lungs. The Diaphragm has quite a few functions, but the main to be said ‘it helps in respiration and/or breathing’. The contraction and expansion of the diaphragm helps to inhale and exhale air from the lungs, the main of the many functions. The diaphragm is helpful for breathing and respiration. During inhalation, the diaphragm contracts, thus enlarging the thoracic cavity (the external intercostal muscles also participate in this enlargement). This reduces intra-thoracic pressure: In other words, enlarging the cavity creates suction that draws air into the lungs. When the diaphragm relaxes, air is exhaled by elastic recoil of the lung and the tissues lining the thoracic cavity in conjunction with the abdominal muscles, which act as an antagonist paired with the diaphragm’s contraction. The diaphragm is also involved in non-respiratory functions, helping to expel vomit, faeces, and urine from the body by increasing intra-abdominal pressu
