What is the function of surfactant?
A) It stimulates activity of the cilia lining the walls of the alveoli.
B) It prevents the alveoli from sticking together and collapsing.
C) It increases surface tension.
D) It increases alveolar expansion.
E) It enhances contraction of the inspiratory muscles.
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