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When you inhale your diaphragm contracts and moves down allowing some extra space. The muscles between your ribs also contract forcing them out also allowing more space. So there is more wiggle room for the lungs when you inhale.

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Q: What allows the lungs to move freely in the thorax due to the secretion of a serous fluid?
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