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The relative proportion between the volume of CO2 released and O2 absorbed in respiration is termed as

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Respiratory exchange
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Respiratory quotient
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Respiratory phase
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is B Respiratory quotient
The respiratory quotient (RQ) is the ratio of CO2 produced to O2 consumed while food is being metabolized or respiration.
RQ = CO2 eliminated / O2 consumed.
It is used in calculations of basal metabolic rate (BMR).

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