COPD involves the breakdown of alveoli, small parts of the lung that increase the organ's surface area. This causes the signs an

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COPD involves the breakdown of alveoli, small parts of the lung that increase the organ's surface area. This causes the signs an

d symptoms associated with the disease. What function is inhibited as alveoli breakdown?

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Cerrena [4.2K] · Answer 1 · 2022-07-23T22:45:49+03:00

Answer:

Inefficiency to properly absorb oxygen, or not being able to absorb oxygen properly.

Explanation:

Damage to the alveoli is a COPD related condition called Emphysema; It destroys the walls inside the alveoli (air sac), which causes them to merge into one giant air sac, thus losing its ability to properly absorb oxygen for blood re-oxygenation.