In the Above Graph,what Does the a Represent

question 31

Multiple Choice

In the above graph,what does the A represent?

• A)anatomical dead space
• B)air that helps keep the alveoli inflated (open)after forced exhalation
• C)air that is not used for gas exchange
• D)air with a concentration of oxygen higher than that of air outside the body
• E)air from a previous breath that does not mix with newly-inhaled air of the next breath

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