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The maximum volume of air that can be released from the lungs by forceful expiration after maximum inspiration is called the _____.


A

total lung capacity

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vital capacity

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tidal volume

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ventilation rate

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Solution

The correct option is B

vital capacity


Vital capacity is the maximum volume of air that can be released from the lungs by forceful expiration after maximum inspiration. Vital capacity can be considered as an indicator of normal and healthy respiratory capacity and the strength of the muscles in the thoracic cavity.


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