The cells of the lung that produce the substance that lowers surface tension are ________

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


type II alveolar cells

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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A) atoms share electrons. B) electrons are completely transferred from one atom to another. C) a pair of electrons is shared unequally by two atoms. D) hydrogen forms bonds with negatively charged atoms. E) two or more atoms lose electrons at the same time.

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What type of burn only involves injury to the superficial epidermis?

A) first B) second C) third D) fourth

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