NEET Zoology Gas Exchange Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) includes the expiratory reserve volume and the residual volume. | Reason (R): Oxygen diffuses into the blood at the exchange part of the respiratory system.
Both A and R are true, and R explains A.
Both A and R are true, but R does not explain A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) is indeed composed of expiratory reserve volume and residual volume. However, the reason provided (oxygen diffusion) does not explain the components of FRC.
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