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Define the following and give their values in a normal human adult:
Inspiratory capacity.

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Inspiratory capacity (IC) is equal to the sum of tidal volume and inspiratory reserve volume. It signifies the total amount of air a person can inspire by maximum distension of his lungs. It amounts to nearly 3500 ml.

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