What phospholipid decreases the surface tension of the alveoli?

A. Mucus
B. Lymph
C. Saliva
D. Surfactant


Answer: D

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a. reticular connective tissue b. dermal papilla c. dense irregular connective tissue d. Merkle cells

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The adaptive, or acquired, immune system

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What is the basic unit in the nervous system?

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