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The Small Intestine Is the Primary Site for Alcohol Metabolism

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The small intestine is the primary site for alcohol metabolism.


Definitions:

Alveolar Dead Space

is the portion of the respiratory system where alveoli are ventilated but not perfused with blood, thus not participating in gas exchange.

Tidal Volume

The volume of air that is inhaled or exhaled in a normal breath at rest.

Respiratory Capacities

the combined volumes of air that the lungs are capable of holding, considered in different phases of respiration.

Vital Capacity

The maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation.

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