NEET Biology Breathing And Exchange Of Gases Based Practice Questions & Answers with Viewers Discussion and Detailed Explanation

Breathing And Exchange Of Gases Topic Based

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Which one of the following is the correct statement for respiration in humans?

(a) Neural signals from pneumotoxic centre in pons region of brain can increase the duration of inspiration.

(b) Cigarette smoking may lead to inflammation of bronchi.

(c) Workers in grinding and stone-breaking industries may suffer from lung fibrosis.

(d) About 90% of carbon dioxide ($CO_2$) is carried by haemoglobin as carbamino-haemoglobin

Answer: (c)

In certain industries, especially those involving grinding or stone breaking so much dust is produced that the defence mechanism of the body cannot fully cope with the situation. Long exposure can give rise to inflammation leading to fibrosis (proliferation of fibrous tissues) and thus causing serious lung damage. Workers in such industries should wear protective masks.

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