Pe- Respiratory system Flashcards
1
Q
What is tidal volume?
A
The quantity of air breathed in (inhaled) or breathed out (exhaled) from the lungs per breath
- At rest, a typical tidal volume is approximately 0.5litres.
2
Q
What is vital capacity?
A
The maximum volume of air exhaled from the lungs following a maximum inhalation.
3
Q
What is residual volume
A
The volume of air left in the lungs after maximal inhalation.
