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What is the function of pulmonary surfactant in the alveoli?
Which leaf structure allows gas movement between mesophyll cells?
Which muscle is primarily responsible for increasing thoracic volume during inhalation?
Which tissue is correctly matched to its function in a dicot leaf?
| Tissue | Function |
|---|---|
| Spongy mesophyll | Gas diffusion through air spaces |
| Xylem | Photosynthesis |
| Lower epidermis | Water absorption |
| Palisade layer | Stomatal control |
How does the spongy mesophyll support gas exchange in plant leaves?