Some of the Air That Enters the Lung but Does

question 50

Multiple Choice

Some of the air that enters the lung but does not participate in gas exchange is called the

• A)dead space.
• B)void volume.
• C)tidal waste.
• D)residual volume.

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Definitions:

MRI

Magnetic Resonance Imaging, a technique used in radiology to form pictures of the anatomy and the physiological processes of the body.

Prefrontal Cortex

An area at the very front of the brain associated with complex cognitive behavior, decision making, and moderating social behavior.

Brain Tissue

The biological fabric comprising the brain, including neurons and glial cells.

Ventricles

Hollow structures within the brain that produce and contain cerebrospinal fluid, playing a crucial role in protecting the brain.