Which of the following is NOT part of the respiratory membrane?
A)alveolar squamous epithelial cells
B)basement membrane of alveolar cells
C)thin layer of smooth muscle
D)capillary basement membrane
E)capillary endothelial cells

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The respiratory membrane is made up of alveolar squamous epithelial cells, basement membrane of alveolar cells, capillary basement membrane, and capillary endothelial cells. There is no smooth muscle in the respiratory membrane.

Which of the Following Is NOT Part of the Respiratory