Zoology-Gas Exchange
NEET Zoology Gas Exchange Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11
Assertion (A): Residual Volume (RV) contributes to the Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) of the lungs. | Reason (R): Functional Residual Capacity is the total volume of air that can be inspired after a normal expiration.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, Residual Volume (RV) is part of the Functional Residual Capacity (FRC), which includes ERV+RV. However, FRC is not related to the total volume that can be inspired after a normal expiration.
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