Asked by
Madeline Cannon
on Dec 10, 2024Verified
To expand our lungs, pleural fluid is secreted into the pleural cavity and allows the lungs to "stick to" the inside of the cavity. When the muscles contract, the cavity expands, pulling our lungs open so that we can bring air into the lungs. Which property of water is used to expand our lungs?
A) Reactivity
B) Cohesion
C) Adhesion
D) Solubility
Pleural Fluid
A thin layer of fluid between the two layers of the pleura, aiding in lubricating and reducing friction during breathing movements of the lungs.
Cohesion
The attraction between molecules of the same substance, contributing to the stability of liquid droplets.
Adhesion
The process or condition in which two surfaces or entities stick together, which can occur in various biological and physical contexts.
- Acquire knowledge about the features and relevance of water within biological systems.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the features and relevance of water within biological systems.