If the Efficiency of the Alveoli in an Human Was

question 17

Multiple Choice

If the efficiency of the alveoli in an human was reduced by 50%,what would you predict would be the effect?

• A)The volume of air in the lungs would decrease by 50%.
• B)The rate of gas exchange would decrease by 50%.
• C)The affinity of hemoglobin for oxygen would decrease by 50%.
• D)The muscular control of breathing would decrease by 50%.

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