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What is diaphragm?

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(i) The body is divisible into thoracic cavity and abdominal cavity separated by a transverse partition called diaphragm.
(ii) It is the characteristic feature of mammals.
(iii) Breathing movements are brought about by the movement of the diaphragm.
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