A Transmural Pressure Gradient Exists Across the Lung Wall Because

question 58

Multiple Choice

A transmural pressure gradient exists across the lung wall because the ____ pressure is less than the ____ pressure.

• A) intrapleural; intra-alveolar
• B) intra-alveolar; intrapleural
• C) intrapleural; atmospheric
• D) atmospheric; intra-alveolar
• E) none of these

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