Breathing and Exchange of Gases · NEET Preparation Zoology

Which of the following volumes cannot be measured directly using a standard clinical spirometer?

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Which of the following volumes cannot be measured directly using a standard clinical spirometer?

  1. A.Tidal Volume
  2. B.Residual VolumeCorrect answer
  3. C.Inspiratory Reserve Volume
  4. D.Expiratory Reserve Volume

Solution

Residual Volume (RV) is the volume of air remaining in the lungs even after a forceful expiration. Since this air can never be expelled from the lungs, it cannot be measured directly by a spirometer.

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