If the Partial Pressure of Carbon Dioxide Gas in a Blood

question 73

Multiple Choice

If the partial pressure of carbon dioxide gas in a blood capillary is 45 mm Hg,what is the pressure expressed in inches of mercury?

• A)0.059 in.Hg
• B)0.87 in.Hg
• C)1.8 in.Hg
• D)4.5 in.Hg
• E)1,100 in.Hg

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