Which of the Following Respiratory Membrane Layers Is Closest to Air

question 144

Multiple Choice

Which of the following respiratory membrane layers is closest to air in the alveolus?

• A)alveolar epithelium
• B)alveolar basement membrane
• C)capillary basement membrane
• D)capillary endothelium
• E)alveolar fluid (with surfactant)

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