What is the reason surface tension exists in the alveoli of the lungs?
1 Answer
Aug 12, 2018
Due to presence of Surfactants
Explanation:
The surfactants are chemical substances (Diethyl Lecithin Choline) produced by type II pneumocytes lining the alveoli,which helps to prevent the collapse of an alveolus by increasing its surface tension.
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In that case synthetic surfactant like Exogart can be used.