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

Options

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

Answer

C

Explanation

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