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| What does Fetal lung development begin with |
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Definition
| during the first 20 weeks begins with pulmonary, lymphatic, and vascular structures |
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| When do alveoli ducts begin to develop in the lungs |
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| What is surfactant composed of |
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Definition
| Lethichin and sphingomyelin |
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Term
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Definition
| surface active phospho lipids which are critical for alveolar expansion and stability |
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Term
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Definition
| structures necessary for gas exchange |
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Term
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Definition
| structures that provide for the synthesis and storage of srufactant |
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Term
| When does surfactant production peak |
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Definition
| it peaks at 35 weeks and remains high until term |
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