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Question
What is the normal percentage composition of gases in inspired and expired air respectively?
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Solution
|
COMPONENT |
INSPIRED AIR |
EXPIRED AIR |
|
1. Oxygen |
20.96% |
16.40% |
|
2. Carbon dioxide |
0.04% |
4.00% |
|
3. Nitrogen |
79.00% |
79.60% |
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