What primarily determines airway resistance in the respiratory passageways?

A) degree of alveolar surface tension B) elasticity of the lung tissues
C) diameter of the conducting zone passageways D) presence of surfactant


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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which term refers to the loose connective tissue layer that surrounds skeletal muscle fascicles?

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