Multiple choice

After deep inspiration, capacity of maximum expiration of lungs is called

  1. total lung capacity

  2. functional residual capacity

  3. vital capacity

  4. inspiratory capacity

  5. -

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Vital capacity is the maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation. It is equal to the sum of inspiratory reserve volume, tidal volume and expiratory reserve volume.