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Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?

Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?

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Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?

They seem to be reddish because of greater concentration of hemoglobin the oxygen carrying protein the main component of red blood cells.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why is it difficult to breathe in high altitudes?

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 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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What are the reasons why athletes train at high altitudes?

The advantage of altitude training is that the muscles get a natural boost when more oxygen is available during lower-altitude competitions.

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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Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?

They seem to be reddish because of greater concentration of hemoglobin the oxygen carrying protein the main component of red blood cells.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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