Compared to Its Partial Pressure in the Atmosphere, Oxygen's Partial

question 5

Multiple Choice

Compared to its partial pressure in the atmosphere, oxygen's partial pressure in the alveoli is

• A) higher.
• B) lower.
• C) equivalent.

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