Which of the following is a substance that is present in a mature neonate that lubricates the lungs and helps the neonate breathe independently?

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Surfactant is a substance that is present in the lungs of mature neonates that decreases surface tension, allowing the lungs to expand with each breath and preventing them from collapsing. It is essential for the neonate to breathe independently. The other options, leptin, acetylcholine, and white blood cells, do not have a role in lung lubrication for neonates.

Which of the Following Is a Substance That Is Present