Which of the following options correctly represents the lung conditions in

⇦

⇨

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

Correct Answer:

Decreased respiratory surface; Inflammation of bronchioles

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.

Related Questions:

1. Male and female gametophytes do not have free living independent existence for
2. Main function of loop of Henle
3. Human urine is usually acidic because :
4. Heart beats are accelerated by
5. Cladodes are found in

Topics: Human Digestion and Breathing (167)
Subject: Biology (4253)

---

Important MCQs Based on Medical Entrance Examinations To Improve Your NEET Score

18000+ students are using NEETLab to improve their score. What about you?

Solve Previous Year MCQs, Mock Tests, Topicwise Practice Tests, Identify Weak Topics, Formula Flash cards and much more is available in NEETLab Android App to improve your NEET score.

---

Share this page with your friends