Term Name: | lung alveolus development |
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Synonyms: | alveolarization, alveologenesis |
Definition: | The process whose specific outcome is the progression of the alveolus over time, from its formation to the mature structure. The alveolus is a sac for holding air in the lungs; formed by the terminal dilation of air passageways. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0048286] QuickGO AmiGO |