The Alveoli Contain Small Amounts of Fluid to

question 18

Multiple Choice

The alveoli contain small amounts of fluid to

• A) prevent friction during respiration.
• B) permit gas exchange.
• C) decrease surface tension.
• D) ease the movement of the alveoli against surrounding tissues.

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