Surfactant aids in stabilizing the inflation of alveoli through its ability to decrease surface tension.What best describes the mechanism of interdependence,created by the pores of Kohn and canals of Lambert,which is also important in alveolar inflation?
A)Connection of adjacent alveoli and terminal airways to adjacent alveoli
B)Connection of nonrespiratory bronchioles to alveoli
C)Connection of nonrespiratory bronchioles to respiratory bronchioles
D)Connection of adjacent respiratory bronchioles

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The pores of Kohn and canals of Lambert provide a mechanism of interdependence by connecting adjacent alveoli and terminal airways to adjacent alveoli. This connection allows for equalization of pressure throughout the lungs, which is important in alveolar inflation. Options B-D are incorrect as they do not accurately describe the role of the pores of Kohn and canals of Lambert.

Surfactant Aids in Stabilizing the Inflation of Alveoli Through Its