Air which always remains in the lungs even after forceful expiration is called _______.
A
inspired volume
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B
expired volume
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C
residual volume
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D
tidal volume
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Solution
The correct option is C residual volume Air which always remains in the lungs even after a forceful exhalation is called residual volume. Residual volume is important because it prevents the lungs from collapsing.