Bruskeoverflater

Bruskeoverflater refers to the surfaces within the human respiratory system where gas exchange occurs. These are primarily the alveoli in the lungs. Alveoli are tiny, balloon-like sacs that provide an enormous surface area for the diffusion of oxygen from inhaled air into the bloodstream and carbon dioxide from the blood into the air to be exhaled. The walls of these bruskeoverflater are extremely thin, typically only one cell layer thick, and are richly supplied with capillaries, which are the smallest blood vessels. This thinness and extensive vascularization are crucial for efficient gas transfer. Diseases that affect these surfaces, such as emphysema or pneumonia, can significantly impair the body's ability to obtain oxygen and eliminate carbon dioxide, leading to respiratory distress. The term emphasizes the functional role of these surfaces in the process of breathing and gas exchange.