Indicate an Advantage for Having Simple Rather Than Stratified Epithelium

question 72

Essay

Indicate an advantage for having simple rather than stratified epithelium lining the gas-exchange surfaces of the lungs.

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Definitions:

Bronchodilators

Medications that relax the muscles around the airways and open up the breathing passages, used to treat respiratory conditions like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Pulmonary Airflow

The movement of air into and out of the lungs through the respiratory tract.

Mucus

A sticky, slippery secretion produced by glands and membranes within the body, serving to moisten, lubricate, and protect.

Respiratory Distress Syndrome

A serious condition where the lungs cannot provide enough oxygen to the body's vital organs, often seen in premature infants.