What Is the Purpose of Surfactant

question 7

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of surfactant?

• A) To reduce friction between the pleural membranes during inspiration and expiration
• B) To provide a medium in which gas can dissolve
• C) To gather any dust particles that have entered the lungs in inspired air
• D) To reduce surface tension to keep the alveolus from collapsing during respiration

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