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SHORT DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Distinguish between Type I and Type II alveolar cells by explaining the role...

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SHORT DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

1. Distinguish between Type I and Type II alveolar cells byexplaining the role played by each in the lungs.

2. The alveoli of the lungs have a significant amount of elastictissue as well as pores in their walls. Explain the specific roleof each of these (elastic tissue and pores) inalveoli.

3. Explain Boyle's law then use it to explain why air enters thelungs during inspiration.

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1 Type 1 Alveolar cells are the simple squamous epithelium cells which are responsible for forming the thin interface through which gas diffusion occurs into the blood Type 2 alveolar cells are precursors    See Answer
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