Which of the Following Statements Regarding Bronchial Tubes Is FALSE

question 91

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding bronchial tubes is FALSE?

• A)Each bronchus is surrounded by pulmonary capillaries.
• B)Gas exchange occurs across the respiratory membrane.
• C)The trachea splits into a left and right main bronchus.
• D)Alveoli are located at the tips of bronchioles.

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