When a poisonous carbon monoxide gas (CO) crosses the membranes of cells lining the lungs to get to blood in the process of simple diffusion, the rate of transport is dependent on

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All of the choices are correct. Temperature affects the rate of diffusion as warmer temperatures increase the kinetic energy of molecules. Surface area of the lungs affects the rate of diffusion as a larger surface area allows for more gas exchange. Distance between lung space and blood vessels affects the rate of diffusion as the shorter the distance, the faster the diffusion.

When a Poisonous Carbon Monoxide Gas (CO) Crosses the Membranes