During young adulthood rigidity gradually develops in the tendons and muscles of the lungs,chest,and ribs,which leads to a decrease in vital capacity,defined as ____.

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Vital capacity is defined as the maximum amount of air that can be expelled from the lungs after taking the deepest breath possible. As rigidity develops in the tendons and muscles of the lungs, chest, and ribs, the ability to take deep breaths and expand the lungs fully decreases, leading to a decrease in vital capacity. Option A is the correct definition of vital capacity, which is impacted by the rigidity that develops during young adulthood. Options B, C, and D are not related to vital capacity.

During Young Adulthood Rigidity Gradually Develops in the Tendons and Muscles