Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 1292216239
ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 13 - The Respiratory System - Review Questions - Page 488: 15

Answer

TV - tidal volume ERV - expiratory reserve volume VC - vital capacity

Work Step by Step

TV : Tidal volume is the volume of air that enters and leaves the person's lungs with each breath. ERC : Expiratory reserve volume is the additional volume of air that a person exhales in addition to the tidal volume during forceful breath out. VC : Vital capacity is the total volume of air that can participate in the gas exchange.
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