The volume of air inspired or expired during normal breathing is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The volume of air inspired or expired during normal breathing is called:
A. Total lung capacity
B. Residual volume
C. Vital capacity
D. Tidal volume
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Tidal volume (TV) is the amount of air breathed in or out in one normal respiratory cycle, about 500 mL in a healthy adult. Vital capacity is the maximum air exhaled after a maximum inspiration. Total lung capacity is the total volume of air lungs can hold. Residual volume is the air remaining in lungs after maximum expiration to prevent alveolar collapse.

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