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Vital capacity is a term which refers to the maximum volume someone can breathe in his lungs [ the max volume of air inhaled after a max exhalation]. It depends on many factors. How fit someone is, smoking, obesity, height, sex, body size and the posture of the body [when someone lies his vital capacity is less than standing].

Also when playing a Flute instrument you'll increase your vital capacity,

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The lung capacity of the average human is between 4 and 6 liters. However, factors such as gender, age, fitness level, weight and habits (such as smoking) can affect one's lung capacity.

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Height, gender, and weight play a huge factor in their capacity. But did you know that exercise can increase the capacity in your capacity!

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Lung capacity can be affected by location. Living closer to sea level can result in a lower lung capacity. Fitness level can also affect lung capacity.

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Pressure, Altitude and Health are the factors which effect on tidal volume and total lung capacity.

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Height, size, gender

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gender age

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Does gender effect lung capacity?

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How much air does the right lung hold?

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