Which of the following is NOT part of the respiratory membrane?
A) Simple squamous epithelium of the alveolus and its basement membrane
B) Interstitial space
C) Pulmonary capillary simple squamous epithelium and its basement membrane
D) Thick layer of mucus lining the alveolus

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The respiratory membrane does not include a thick layer of mucus lining the alveolus. It consists of the alveolar and capillary walls and their respective basement membranes, facilitating gas exchange between air and blood.

Which of the Following Is NOT Part of the Respiratory