Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are false?

a. When the pressure within the lungs is less than the atmospheric pressure, inspiration occurs. b. Both the lungs are covered by triple layer of pleura, having pleural fluid between them. c. Respiratory rhythm centre is responsible for maintaining and moderating the respiratory rhythm in humans.

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c
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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option as this statement is false. Both the lungs are covered by double layer of pleura, having pleural fluid between them.

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