Multiple Choice
What is the relationship between arterial perfusion and alveolar gas pressure at the base of the lungs?
A) Alveolar gas pressure exceeds arterial perfusion pressure.
B) Arterial perfusion pressure and alveolar gas pressure are less than at the apex.
C) Arterial perfusion pressure exceeds alveolar gas pressure.
D) Arterial perfusion pressure and alveolar gas pressure are equal.
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