Major function of endothelium of alveolar capillaries is
to secrete surfactant
prevent air bubbles formation
secrete carbonic anhydrase
secrete hormones responsible for breathing
As we learnt ,
Structure of Diffusion Membrane -
Endothelium of alveolar capillaries.
- wherein
It exists to prevent air bubbles from forming in the blood, and from blood entering the alveoli.