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Explain how an asthma attack impacts the average volume of air breathed out during

forced expiration? ü

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Step-by-step explanation:

During an asthma flare-up, the insides of your airways swell even more and can produce extra mucus. This narrows the space for the air to move in and out of the lungs. The muscles that wrap around your airways also can tighten, making breathing even harder.

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