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NEET Previous Year Question

$Name the chronic respiratory disorder caused mainly by cigarette smoking:$

Topic: NEET PYQ

Answer: A. Full step-by-step solution below.

A $Emphysema$
B $Asthma$
C $Respiratory acidosis$
D $Respiratory alkalosis$

Correct answer: A

Solution

(a) Emphysema is a chronic respiratory disorder mainly caused by cigarette smoking, where alveolar walls are damaged and gas exchange surface area decreases.

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