Particulates Can Damage Respiratory Tissue More in Children Than Adults

question 71

Multiple Choice

Particulates can damage respiratory tissue more in children than adults because ____________.

• A)children play outside more than adults
• B)children breathe in more air for their size than adults do
• C)adults exhale more pollutants with each breath,so the effects are not as severe
• D)adults spend more time in buildings with controlled air ventilation

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Definitions:

Negative Symptoms

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