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The percentage of oxygen in inhaled air is ___________.


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10%

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21%

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15%

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4.4%

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Solution

The correct option is B

21%


Inhalation is the process of drawing of air into the lungs. During the process of inhalation, the lung volume expands as a result of the contraction of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles​. The air that we inhale contains 21% oxygen. The percentage of carbon dioxide in exhaled air is 4.4%.


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