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bobthebuilder

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on: Jun 26, 2018
What is the definition of vital capacity?
 
  A) maximal volume of air in the lungs after a maximal inspiration
  B) amount of air remaining in the lungs after a maximal expiration
  C) volume of air that can be exhaled after a maximal inhalation
  D) amount of air in a single inspiration and expiration

Question 2

Write the correct abbreviation for thoracic vertebra, first:
 
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poopface

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Total lung capacity is the maximal volume of air in the lungs after a maximal inspiration.
B) Residual volume is the amount of air in the lungs after a maximal expiration.
C) Correct.
D) Tidal volume is the amount of air in a single inspiration and expiration.

Answer to Question 2

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