The maximum volume of air that can be breathed out after normal inspiration is called____________________
A
inspiratory capacity
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B
expiratory capacity
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C
vital capacity
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D
total lung capacity
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Solution
The correct option is B expiratory capacity The maximum volume of air that can be breathed in after normal expiration is called inspiratory capacity.
The maximum volume of air that can be breathed out after normal inspiration is called expiratory capacity.
Vital capacity is the maximum volume of air that can be breathed out after a forceful inspiration.
Total lung capacity is defined as the maximum volume of air in the lungs after forced inspiration.