What initiates the lungs of a fetus?

Subject: What initiates the lungs of a fetus?

Date: Wed May 31 13:15:24 2000
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Inside the mother, fetus is suspended in liquid, yet for some reason, upon 
birth, the lungs begin working. Is this process assisted by the doctor?

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