What are the three major structures of respiration?
The three major structures of respiration are:
1. Bony thorax, which contains the vertebrae, vertebral column, ribs, pectoral girdle, sternum, and pelvic girdle.
2. Visceral thorax, which contains the respiratory passageway, lungs, and the mediastinum.
3. Muscles of respiration, which contain the diaphragm, accessory muscles of inspiration, accessory muscles of expiration, and muscles of postural control.
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