Match each term to the correct descriptor. Terms may be used more than once or not at all.
-At relaxation of the muscles of inspiration and expiration, the proportion that remains in the lungs
A)chest wall recoil
B)lung elasticity
C)38% of vital capacity
D)55% of vital capacity
E)44% of vital capacity

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At relaxation of the muscles of inspiration and expiration, the proportion that remains in the lungs is typically around 38% of vital capacity, which is known as the functional residual capacity.

Match Each Term to the Correct Descriptor