Do people living in high altitude have bigger lungs?

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Do people living in high altitude have bigger lungs?

Do people living in high altitude have bigger lungs?

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Do people living in high altitude have bigger lungs?

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

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is it like to live in extremely high altitudes?

High altitudes may mean ambient pressure can drop below vapour pressure hence, you might feel lethargy, sometimes unconciousness and if you are unable to cope up then connect with a doctor to know the best treatment.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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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 12 Dec 2024

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What are the effects of living at high altitudes?

You will likely feel nauseous and lightheaded. You may vomit and have a headache. Different levels of altitude sickness have different symptoms: Symptoms of mild, short-term altitude sickness usually begin 12 to 24 hours after arriving at high altitude

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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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 12 Dec 2024

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Why don't you get altitude sickness on an aeroplane?

The cabin air pressure in an airplane is adjusted to compensate for these high altitudes. The oxygen level is comparable to levels found in elevations of 5,000 to 9,000 feet. Both men and women can get altitude sickness.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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