Q. Hiccup occurs due to
A) Contraction of the air passage
B) Contraction of the diaphragm
C) Extension of the abdomen
D) Extension of the lungs
Explanation
Hiccups occurs due to spasmodic contraction of diaphragm (possible due to the irritation of phrenic nerve which controls the diaphragm)
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.