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Do people living in high altitude have bigger lungs?

Do people living in high altitude have bigger lungs?

Do people living in high altitude have bigger lungs?

They have larger lung capacity than people living in the plains.

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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What are some challenges humans face at high altitude?

At higher altitudes such as on top of a mountain, the air is less dense and this means that the partial pressure of oxygen is lower. Hence, the fall in atmospheric pressure at higher altitude decreases the partial pressure of inspired oxygen

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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Why does level of oxygen decrease when altitude increases?

High altitudes can cause low oxygen saturation levels or desaturation of an individual's blood. It happens because of low atmospheric pressure at high altitudes. Oxygen saturation levels refer to the extent hemoglobin is bound or saturated to oxygen.

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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Does living at a high altitude make you fitter?

Living at high altitude can potentially improve your endurance during intense exercise. It may increase your aerobic capacity, lactic acid tolerance, and oxygen flow to your muscles. To prevent altitude sickness, climb slowly and reduce your intensity at high altitudes.

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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How does one avoid altitude sickness?

Avoid visiting places on the same day when you get to higher altitudes. Acclimatise and only then get to places which requires climbing.

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What is the effect of high altitude on an unacclimated person?

High altitude environments can be debilitating to unacclimatized individuals exposed to elevations above 3,000 m (9,843 ft) for periods ranging from several hours to days. Moderate hypoxia induces substantial alterations in physiological and psychological parameters within a few hours

Last updated on 19 May 2023

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