Which Is a Factor That Helps Maintain an Optimal Rate

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which is a factor that helps maintain an optimal rate of pulmonary and systemic gas exchange in our body?

• A) minimal functional alveolar surface area for gas exchange
• B) greater diffusion distance between the alveoli and blood
• C) higher partial pressure difference between alveolar and blood O₂
• D) low solubility of CO₂ in the blood
• E) higher molecular weight of O₂

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