A Transmural Pressure Gradient Exists Across the Lung Wall Because

question 178

Multiple Choice

A transmural pressure gradient exists across the lung wall because the ____ pressure is less than the ____ pressure.

• A) intrapleural, intra-alveolar.
• B) intra-alveolar, intrapleural.
• C) intrapleural, atmospheric.
• D) atmospheric, intra-alveolar.
• E) none of these answers.

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