Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134395326
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Suzanne M. Keller
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 13, Problem 6MC
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With the increase in age of an individual, the elasticity of lungs decreases as the wall of the chest becomes more rigid. Thus, it results in the decrease in the ability to ventilate the lungs.

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