Question

1) Ravi works in a coal mine. Over the years he has develd breathing problems. He keeps on coughing and gasping for me breath.) Why do you think he is suffering from this health issue? b) How does this affect gas exchange in his lungs?
Pls ans both questions.​

Answer 1

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a) Since miners inhale coal dust continuously, it gets deposited on the lungs over the years and the lungs appear black in colour. The miners are also at risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a severe inflammation of lung tissues that causes obstructed airflow.

b) Coal workers' pneumoconiosis (CWP), commonly known as "black lung disease," occurs when coal dust is inhaled. Over time, continued exposure to the coal dust causes scarring in the lungs, impairing your ability to breathe. Considered an occupational lung disease, it is most common among coal mines.

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