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A histologist examines a section of an alveolus and identifies two distinct types of alveolar epithelial cells. Which combination best contrasts their structures and functions?

Both cell types are simple squamous and are identical in function Type I pneumocytes secrete surfactant; Type II pneumocytes are simple squamous cells that form the gas exchange surface Type I pneumocytes are simple squamous cells that cover most of the alveolar surface and provide a thin barrier for gas exchange; Type II pneumocytes are cuboidal cells that secrete surfactant into the alveolar fluid to reduce surface tension Type I pneumocytes are cuboidal and secrete mucus into the alveolar lumen; Type II pneumocytes are squamous and remove debris

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