What Keeps the Alveoli Open So That Gas Exchange Can

question 52

Multiple Choice

What keeps the alveoli open so that gas exchange can take place?

• A) rings of cartilage
• B) surfactant
• C) smooth muscle
• D) mucus
• E) air

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