Match the lung volume with its description.
-the amount of air taken in during a single normal inspiration
A)tidal volume
B)inspiratory reserve volume
C)expiratory reserve volume
D)residual volume

Question

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Tidal volume is the amount of air taken in during a single normal inspiration.

Answer: B 
 Inspiratory reserve volume is the additional amount of air that can be taken in after a normal inspiration.

Answer: C 
 Expiratory reserve volume is the additional amount of air that can be forcefully exhaled after a normal exhalation.

Answer: D 
 Residual volume is the amount of air that remains in the lungs after maximal exhalation and cannot be forcibly exhaled.

Match the Lung Volume with Its Description