Which of the following options correctly represents the lung conditions in asthma and emphysema, respectively

Options

A. Decreased respiratory surface, Inflammation of bronchioles
B. Increased respiratory surface, Inflammation of bronchioles
C. Increased number of bronchioles, Increased respiratory surface
D. Inflammation of bronchioles, Decreased respiratory surface

Answer

D

Explanation

Asthma : it is a difficulty in a breathing due to inflammation in bronchi and bronchioles.
Emphysema : it is a chronic disorder in which alveolar walls are damaged due to which respiratory surface is decreased.