The amount of air that enters the lungs during normal, restful breathing is called the _____.
A
vital capacity
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B
tidal volume
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C
total lung capacity
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D
expiratory reserve volume
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Solution
The correct option is B
tidal volume
The volume of air inspired (enters the lungs) or expired (leaves the lungs) during normal respiration is called tidal volume, which is usually around 500 ml.