The Volume of Air Flowing into the Alveoli During Inhalation/inspiration

question 70

Multiple Choice

The volume of air flowing into the alveoli during inhalation/inspiration is increased when there is an increase in which of these?

• A) airway resistance
• B) the pressure gradient from the atmosphere to the alveoli
• C) the pressure in the intrapleural space
• D) the curvature of the diaphragm
• E) the volume of air in the intrapleural space

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