The process of exchanging gases through the alveolar capillary membrane is known as
a. Disassociation.
b. Diffusion.
c. Perfusion.
d. Ventilation.
B
Diffusion is the process of gases exchanging across the alveoli and capillaries of body tissues. Disassociation is not related to oxygenation. Perfusion is the ability of the cardiovascular system to carry oxygenated blood to tissues and return deoxygenated blood to the heart. Ventilation is the process of moving gases into and out of the lungs.
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