What Is the Substance Called That Coats the Lungs and Keeps

question 22

Multiple Choice

What is the substance called that coats the lungs and keeps the air sacs in the lungs from collapsing?

• A) pulmonary oil
• B) mucus
• C) surfactant
• D) liquivent

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Definitions:

Appropriate Behaviors

Actions or reactions of an individual in a given situation that are considered suitable, acceptable, or desired according to societal norms or specific settings.

Punishment Procedures

Techniques used to decrease the likelihood of a behavior recurring, typically by introducing a negative consequence or withdrawing a positive stimulus.

Escape Conditioning

A term synonymous with negative reinforcement but tends to be more descriptive of the process.

Punished

The act of inflicting a penalty or consequence for inappropriate behavior or wrongdoing, often as a means of discouraging such behavior in the future.