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    How Does Surfactant Reduce the Surface Tension of Water in the Lungs
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How Does Surfactant Reduce the Surface Tension of Water in the Lungs

Question 67

Question 67

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How does surfactant reduce the surface tension of water in the lungs?


A) decomposes water
B) reduces hydrogen bonding between water molecules
C) covers the alveoli
D) All of the choices are correct.

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