The condition in which walls of the alveoli break down, thereby creating fewer and larger chambers, is called ________.

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Emphysema is a condition in which the walls of the alveoli in the lungs break down, leading to fewer but larger air sacs. This reduces the surface area available for gas exchange and can lead to difficulty in breathing. Bronchitis, TB, and influenza are all different respiratory conditions that do not involve the breakdown of alveolar walls.

The Condition in Which Walls of the Alveoli Break Down