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Tidal volume is:

  • A The maximum air volume the lungs can hold after forced inhalation
  • B Volume of air inhaled/exhaled in a normal breath (~500 mL)
  • C The air remaining in lungs after the most forceful possible exhalation
  • D The maximum air that can be exhaled after the deepest possible inhalation

Correct answer: B. Volume of air inhaled/exhaled in a normal breath (~500 mL)

Explanation: Tidal volume: volume of air moved in or out per normal breath, about 500 mL at rest.

Concept context

The mechanics of breathing, lung volumes, gas transport in blood, the Bohr effect, and respiratory regulation.

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