Which of the Choices Below Describes the Forces That Act

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the choices below describes the forces that act to pull the lungs away from the thorax wall and thus collapse the lungs?

• A) the natural tendency for the lungs to recoil and the surface tension of the alveolar fluid
• B) compliance and transpulmonary pressures
• C) the natural tendency for the lungs to recoil and transpulmonary pressures
• D) compliance and the surface tension of the alveolar fluid

Understand the energy storage efficiency of fats compared to carbohydrates.

Recognize the degree of saturation in fats and oils and its effect on physical properties.

Distinguish between fats and oils based on physical properties and molecular structure.

Identify the formation and health implications of trans fats.

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Definitions:

Vertebra

One of the small bones forming the backbone, providing support and protecting the spinal cord.

Transverse Processes

Projections on vertebrae where muscles and ligaments attach, part of the bone's anatomy.

Spinous Processes

Bony projections off the back of each vertebra that can be felt through the skin and serve for muscle and ligament attachment.

Winglike Side Projections

Structural or anatomical parts extending from the side of an object or body, resembling the wings of a bird or insect in shape or function.