A premature infant develops Respiratory Distress Syndrome due to the lack of a lipid-based surfactant in the lungs. This surfactant is primarily composed of:
Q1. A premature infant develops Respiratory Distress Syndrome due to the lack of a lipid-based surfactant in the lungs. This surfactant is primarily composed of:
Answer: Phospholipids
Explanation: Phospholipids like lecithin act as surfactants in lungs to reduce surface tension. Acylglycerols are energy storage fats, not structural surfactants.