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Why does level of oxygen decrease when altitude increases?
Why does level of oxygen decrease when altitude increases?
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
Related Questions
At what altitude do you need oxygen?
Supplemental oxygen is required above 10,000 feet
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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
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 19 May 2023
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