STANDARDZoology-Respiratory System
STANDARD Zoology Effects of Altitude MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
The ascent of high mountains may cause altitude sickness in men. Prime cause of this is
A
Excess of CO₂ in blood
B
Decreased efficiency of hemoglobin
C
The decreased partial pressure of oxygen
D
Decreased proportion of oxygen in the air
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Altitude sickness, also known as acute mountain sickness, is a negative health effect of high altitude caused by acute exposure to low amounts of oxygen at high altitude.
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