Type II alveolar cells are among the last cells to mature during fetal development. In babies born prematurely, type II alveolar cells are often not ready to perform their function. Which of the following would be TRUE of these babies?
A. They would be at risk of autoimmune diseases with lung complications.
B. They would be at risk of alveolar collapse due to too much surface tension in the alveoli.
C. They would be more likely to have coughing fits.
D. They would be at risk of bacterial infections in the lungs.
E. None of these would occur.
Answer: B
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