Multiple Choice
Which of the following occurs during normal inspiration?
A) Alveoli at the apexes expand less than those at the bases.
B) Alveoli at the apexes expand more than those at the bases.
C) Alveoli at the bases expand less than those at the apexes.
D) Central alveoli expand more than those at the periphery.
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