The tidal volume is defined as the volume of air that is inhaled in one breath. For the average adult this is approximately 500 ml. On average, a resting adult takes about 12 breaths per minute. What is the total mass of air inhaled in a minute on a day when the local temperature is 25°C with 50% humidity and an atmospheric pressure of 98 kPa?
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First, we need to find the total volume of air inhaled in one minute. Since the tidal volume is 500 ml per breath and an adult takes 12 breaths per minute, the total volume inhaled in one minute is: Total volume = Tidal volume × Breaths per minute Total volume = Show more…
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