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Explain why, when air is taken in and let out during breathing, the lungs always contain a residual volume of air. - Science

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Explain why, when air is taken in and let out during breathing, the lungs always contain a residual volume of air.

Give reason for the following:

Lungs always contain a residual volume of air.

Give Reasons
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Solution

To maintain gas exchange efficiency. The lungs leftover air volume provides continuous oxygen to the blood, preventing alveolar collapse between breaths. This maintains oxygen levels and promotes gas diffusion.

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Chapter 1: Life Processes - Exercise 2 [Page 48]

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Lakhmir Singh Biology (Science) [English] Class 10
Chapter 1 Life Processes
Exercise 2 | Q 34 | Page 48
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