Determine if each characteristic is increased or decreased in someone who suffers from emphysema. Force generated by respiratory muscles Number of alveoli Size of alveoli Lung elasticity Length of respiratory muscles Thoracic volume Decreased in Emphysema Increased in Emphysema
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Force generated by respiratory muscles: In emphysema, the respiratory muscles have to work harder to move air in and out of the lungs. So, the force generated by respiratory muscles is **increased**. Show more…
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