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Breathing And Exchange Of Gases

Question
CBSEENBI11025992

The vital capacity of human being is about

  • 1200 mL

  • 4800 mL

  • 2400 mL

  • 3600 mL

Solution

B.

4800 mL

Vital Capacity is defined as the sum of inspiratory reserve volume, tidal volume and expiratory reserve volume, that is, 3100 + 500 + 1200 = 4800. Therefore, 4800 mL is the vital capacity in humans.