3 Questions
•The main component responsible for reducing surface tension is a phospholipid called ______.
dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine
•Surfactant is secreted by the type II alveolar cells to prevent the collapse of the alveoli due to ______ tension elastic force.
surface
•Surfactant is composed of a mixture of phospholipids, proteins, and ______.
ions
Test your knowledge on surfactant and its function in preventing the collapse of alveoli during expiration. Learn about the fluid-air surface tension and how surfactant helps reduce it. Keywords: surfactant, alveoli, surface tension, expiration.
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