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Biology Question on Exchange Of Gases

Emphysema is a condition resulting from

A

cigarette smoking

B

liquor consumption

C

drug addiction

D

reduced oxygen carrying capacity of blood

Answer

cigarette smoking

Explanation

Solution

Emphysema is a respiratory disorder which occurs due to the inflation or abnormal distension of the bronchioles or alveolar sacs resulting in the loss of their elasticity. Cigarette smoking and chronic bronchitis are the causes of this disease.