The primary function of the pleural membranes is ____ A. to decrease friction and allow the lungs to move within the thoracic cavity is B. to decrease surface tension by producing surfactant C. to prevent the lungs from putting pressure on the heart and surrounding vessels D. to prevent respiratory infections

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Q: Air is pulled into the human respiratory tract mainly because ofvolume changes in thea. nose. c.…

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Q: Which of the following would increase the surface tension in the lungs? a. Increased intrapleural…

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Q: n a essay explain details of gas transport back to lungs.

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