Match the lung volume with its description.
-the additional air inhaled after a normal inspiration
A)tidal volume
B)inspiratory reserve volume
C)expiratory reserve volume
D)residual volume

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The inspiratory reserve volume is the additional air that can be inhaled after a normal inspiration. Tidal volume refers to the amount of air inhaled and exhaled during normal breathing, expiratory reserve volume refers to the amount of air that can be exhaled after a normal expiration, and residual volume refers to the amount of air that remains in the lungs after a maximal expiration.

Match the Lung Volume with Its Description