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Compared to the atmospheric air, the alveolar air has

A

more `pO_(2)` and less `pCO_(2)`

B

less `pO_(2)` and `pCO_(2)`

C

more `pO_(2)` and more `pCO_(2)`

D

less `pO_(2)` and less `pCO_(2)`

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Pressure gradient is essental for movement of gases in and out of the body.
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