Description

This image highlights the complex yet organized structure of pulmonary alveoli, the lungs' functional powerhouse. The white, bubble-like sacs are alveoli, encased in a fine mesh of capillaries depicted in red. These vessels transport blood, allowing oxygen from inhaled air to diffuse directly into it while removing waste carbon dioxide. The branching pathway connects alveoli to larger air passages, ensuring smooth airflow throughout the lungs. This detailed visualization helps medical professionals, researchers, and students understand lung function, making it an excellent educational resource for studying respiratory anatomy and diseases such as COPD, asthma, and pneumonia.