What Is the Function of Surfactant

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Multiple Choice

What is the function of surfactant?

• A) It stimulates activity of the cilia lining the walls of the alveoli.
• B) It prevents the alveoli from sticking together and collapsing.
• C) It increases surface tension.
• D) It increases alveolar expansion.
• E) It enhances contraction of the inspiratory muscles.

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