When the Average Alveolus Is Fully Distended, What Is the Approximate

question 24

Multiple Choice

When the average alveolus is fully distended, what is the approximate surface tension?

• A) 5-15 dynes/cm
• B) 50 dynes/cm
• C) 5-15 cm H20
• D) 50 cm H20

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