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Explain the following terms (a) Inspiratory reserve volume (b) Expiratory reserve volume.

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(a) Inspiratory reserve volume : It is the volume of air that can be taken in the lungs by forced inspiration over and above the tidal volume. It is about 2000-3300 ml.
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