The composition of alveolar air differs from atmospheric air. Indicate all of the factors that account for this difference.

A. Presence of water vapor
B. Gas exchange adds CO2
C. Difference in overall (total) pressure
D. Nitrogen does not enter alveoli
E. Gas exchange removes O2


Answer: E

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