The presence of surfactant in the alveoli tends to do which of the following?
a. Decrease compliance
b. Decrease surface tension
c. Increase elastance
d. Increase resistance
ANS: B
A phospholipid called pulmonary surfactant lowers surface tension in the lung.
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