Which of the Following Accounts for the Loss of Functional

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accounts for the loss of functional alveoli in an individual with a lung disease?

• A) Physiologic dead space
• B) Anatomic dead space

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Definitions:

Molars

Large, flat teeth located at the back of the mouth, used for grinding and chewing food.

Cats

Domesticated felines known for their agility, curiosity, and independence, widely kept as pets or for controlling pests.

Humans

Homo sapiens, the species of bipedal primates to which modern human beings belong, characterized by a large brain and capacity for complex language, thought, and social organization.

Sphincter

A circular muscle that normally maintains constriction of a natural body passage or orifice and that relaxes as required by normal physiological functioning.