Human Health And Disease Question 172

Question: In heavy smokers the alveoli of the lungs are enlarged and damaged which reduces the surface area for the exchange of respiratory gases. This condition is called [Kerala PMT 2004]

Options:

A) Asthma

B) Silicosis

C) Emphysema

D) Anosmia

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Tobacco smoke may break down the walls of alveoli of the lungs, decreasing the surface area for gas exchange.

Causing emphysema.