How does alveolar ventilation work in ventilation-perfusion coupling?

A. If partial pressure of carbon dioxide decreases, the bronchioles constrict.
B. If partial pressure of carbon dioxide increases, the bronchioles dilate.
C. Air flow is directed to lobules where partial pressure of carbon dioxide is high.
D. All of these answers are correct.


Answer: D

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