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