Which is an amphipathic molecule secreted by cells in the alveoli that reduces surface tension on the inside of the alveolar walls. This prevents the alveoli from collapsing upon exhale and sticking together, thus reducing the effort required for inspiration?
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Which is an amphipathic molecule secreted by cells in the alveoli that reduces surface tension on the inside of the alveolar walls. This prevents the alveoli from collapsing upon exhale and sticking together, thus reducing the effort required for inspiration Surfactant.
