Vocal Function

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Lungs

  • When the rib cage expands, air pressure in the lungs decreases, creating a vacuum and causing them to fill with air
  • Air is expelled from the lungs when the rib cage contracts
  • During quiet breathing, lung capacity is about 1 pint
  • During breathing for singing, lung capacity can increase up to 1 gallon (8 pints)