What Does Pulmonary Compliance Refer to Specifically

Question

What does pulmonary compliance refer to specifically
A)the effort required to stretch the lungs
B)the elasticity of the lung tissue
C)the energy requirements for an inspiration
D)the surface area of the alveoli

Accepted Answer

Pulmonary compliance refers to the effort required to stretch or expand the lungs, which is a measure of the lung's ability to stretch and expand in response to pressure changes.