
Type 1 Alveolar Cells | A-Z of the Human Body
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Understanding Type 1 Alveolar Cells and Their Regeneration
This chapter explores the functions and characteristics of type 1 alveolar cells, focusing on their inability to replicate and dependence on type 2 cells for regeneration. It also examines the detrimental effects of toxins like cigarette smoke on lung health and underscores the importance of type 2 cells in maintaining respiratory function.
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