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What is the primary function of surfactant in the alveoli?
What is the primary function of surfactant in the alveoli?
- To decrease the surface tension of alveolar fluid (correct)
- To increase the production of mucus in the lungs
- To reduce the elasticity of the lungs
- To increase the surface tension of alveolar fluid
What is the main characteristic of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
What is the main characteristic of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
- Chronic and recurrent obstruction of airflow (correct)
- Increased lung elastic recoil
- Enhanced gas exchange
- Reversible airflow obstruction
What is the primary consequence of emphysema in the lungs?
What is the primary consequence of emphysema in the lungs?
- Destruction of the walls of the alveoli (correct)
- Increased production of mucus
- Decreased lung elastic recoil
- Increased surface area for gas exchange
What is the primary cause of Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)?
What is the primary cause of Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)?
What is the primary characteristic of Chronic Bronchitis?
What is the primary characteristic of Chronic Bronchitis?
What is the common risk factor for Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis?
What is the common risk factor for Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis?
What is the primary source of body heat for endotherms?
What is the primary source of body heat for endotherms?
What is the primary response to a core temperature below ~ 35°C?
What is the primary response to a core temperature below ~ 35°C?
What is the mechanism of non-shivering thermogenesis?
What is the mechanism of non-shivering thermogenesis?
What is the result of unsynchronized muscle contractions in shivering thermogenesis?
What is the result of unsynchronized muscle contractions in shivering thermogenesis?
What is the purpose of thermogenesis in endotherms?
What is the purpose of thermogenesis in endotherms?
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