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At which altitude does the air begin to be noticeably thinner?

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At which altitude does the air begin to be noticeably thinner?

At 12,500 feet the air becomes thinner and oxygen becomes lower making it difficult to breathe.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What happens to your lungs at high altitudes?

At altitude, the reduced oxygen content of the blood induces breathing instability, with periods of deep and rapid breathing alternating with central apnea. This breathing pattern is called high-altitude periodic breathing (PB).

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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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 09 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 09 Dec 2024

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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.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why does sleeping at high altitude improve fitness levels?

Sleeping at higher attitudes promote fitness as it provides enough exposure to stimulate the production of new red blood cells, whilst allowing you to maintain training quality at sea level.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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