Asked by Zaria Johnson on Jun 29, 2024
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The amount of air that moves in or out of the lungs during a normal breath is the ____.
A) tidal volume
B) inspiratory reserve volume
C) expiratory reserve volume
D) residual volume
E) inspiratory capacity
Tidal Volume
The amount of air that is inhaled or exhaled in a normal breath under resting conditions, important in respiratory physiology.
Inspiratory Capacity
The maximum amount of air that can be inhaled after a normal exhalation, used in assessing lung function.
Inspiratory Reserve Volume
The extra volume of air that can be breathed in beyond a regular breath, adding to the overall lung capacity.
- Familiarize oneself with the concepts surrounding respiratory capacity and how its measurement is conducted.
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Thando MtshaliJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Tidal volume is the amount of air that moves in or out of the lungs during a normal breath, not involving any extra effort beyond the normal breathing process.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the concepts surrounding respiratory capacity and how its measurement is conducted.