What is the definition of vital capacity?
A) total amount of air the lungs can hold
B) amount of air in the lungs after a maximum expiration
C) volume of air that can be exhaled after a maximum inhalation
D) amount of air moved during a normal inhalation and exhalation
C
Explanation:
A) Total lung capacity is the total amount of air the lungs can hold.
B) Residual volume is the amount of air in the lungs after a maximum expiration.
C) Correct.
D) Tidal volume is the amount of air moved during a normal inhalation and exhalation.
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