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What term refers to the air left in the lungs after a maximal exhalation?

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Answer:

Residual Volume(RV)

Explanation:

Residual Volume(RV)

It is the volume of air remaining in the lungs after maximal exhalation. Normal adult value is averaged at 1200ml(20‐25 ml/kg) .It is indirectly measured from summation of FRC and ERV and cannot be measured by spirometry.