Damage to the type II cells of the lungs would contribute to
A) a thickening of the respiratory membrane.
B) decreased surface tension in the water lining the alveoli.
C) an increased rate of gas exchange.
D) alveolar rupture.
E) alveolar collapse.
E) alveolar collapse.
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