The substance surfactant is present in the fetus from the seventh month of gestation and beyond.When the surfactant has not yet reached a normal level, the newborn has problems:

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Surfactant is a substance that helps to lubricate the lungs and aids in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide during breathing. When the surfactant level is not normal, the newborn may experience respiratory distress syndrome, which can cause difficulty breathing and inadequate oxygen supply to the body. Therefore, the correct answer is D) breathing.

The Substance Surfactant Is Present in the Fetus from the Seventh