Which disorder is a genetic disease characterized by the production of sticky mucus that cannot be moved easily by the respiratory epithelium's ciliated escalator?

A. Pleurisy
B. Cystic fibrosis
C. Hyaline membrane disease
D. Adenocarcinoma


Answer: B

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