NEET Zoology Gas Exchange MCQ Question
If a person has a Tidal Volume (TV) of 500 mL, an Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV) of 3000 mL, and an Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV) of 1000 mL, what is the Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) given the Residual Volume (RV) is 1200 mL?
2200 mL
3500 mL
4200 mL
5000 mL
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) is calculated as the sum of Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV) and Residual Volume (RV), which is 1000 mL + 1200 mL = 2200 mL.
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