The process by which O2 rich atmospheric air is drawn in and CO2 rich alveolar air is released out is
A
Both A and B
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B
Pulmonary ventilation
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C
Breathing
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D
Cellular respiration
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Solution
The correct option is A Both A and B Breathing or pulmonary ventilation
Breathing or pulmonary ventilation refers to the exchange of gases between the atmosphere and our body. The mechanism of breathing includes two stages:
Inspiration - where oxygen rich air enters the lungs and hence the alveoli.
Expiration- where alveoli air rich in carbon dioxide leaves the lungs.