Pulmonary surfactant contributes to lung stability by ____________________ surface tension

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


decreasing

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A) is more elastic B) has less smooth muscle in its tunica media C) has no endothelium D) has thinner walls E) has a larger lumen

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As the triggering event gets stronger, what type of gated channels open up more frequently or for longer duration?

a. calcium channels b. sodium channels c. potassium channels d. oxygen channels e. water channels

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Some thin people may be less efficient than some obese people at extracting energy from food

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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This type of muscle tissue is found in the heart.

A. Skeletal B. Voluntary C. Smooth D. Cardiac

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