The partial pressure of $O_{2}$ and $CO_{2}$ in atmospheric air as compared to those in alveolar air is:
Gas Alveolar Air $(X/A)$ Atmospheric Air $(Y/B)$
$pO_{2}$ $X$ $Y$
$pCO_{2}$ $A$ $B$

  • A
    $X > Y$ and $A > B$
  • B
    $X < Y$ and $A < B$
  • C
    $X > Y$ and $A < B$
  • D
    $X < Y$ and $A > B$

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