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There is less air pressure at the top of the mountain which means that all the air molecules you are trying to breathe are farther apart than they are at sea level which makes it seem like it is harder to breathe because you aren't getting quite as much as you're used to. To counter this your body creates a larger number of red blood cells and increases their size so they can transport more oxygen throughout your system.

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How is air in high mountains different from air at sea level?

Air in high mountains is thinner because there is less atmospheric pressure as you go higher in elevation compared to air at sea level. The lower pressure at high altitudes makes it harder to breathe and can lead to altitude sickness if not acclimated. Additionally, there may be lower humidity levels in high mountain air compared to air at sea level.


Is it easier to breathe on top of Mount Whitney?

No, it would be harder to breathe on top of Mount Whitney (or any other mountain) do to the air being thinner. The thin air at higher elevations has less oxygen in it than at sea level (air at 10,000 to 14,000 ft has only 60-70 percent of the amount of oxygen in the air at sea level). Therefore with each breath you don't get much oxygen.


Where is the air pressure the greatest at sea level or on a mountain?

sea level


What is the feet above sea level for driskill mountain?

Driskill Mountain, Louisiana is 535 feet above sea level


Where is air pressure the highest sea level or atop a mountain?

Sea level


Where is there more air pressure sea level or at the top of a mountain?

At sea level


What is the largest mountain below sea level?

Mauna Kea in Hawaii is the tallest mountain on Earth when measured from base to summit. While not the tallest above sea level, its base is located below sea level, making it the largest mountain below sea level.


What is the mountain peak above sea level is called?

A mountain peak above sea level is simply called a "mountain peak" or "summit." It is the highest point of elevation on the mountain.


Why is it easier to breathe at sea level than at higher altitudes?

At sea level, the air pressure is higher, which means there is more oxygen available for breathing. At higher altitudes, the air pressure decreases, making it harder for the body to take in enough oxygen, leading to difficulty in breathing.


The height of a mountain peak above sea level is called?

The height of a mountain peak above sea level is called its elevation.


Why is the air at the top of a mountain hard to breathe?

The air at the top of a mountain has lower oxygen levels due to the decrease in atmospheric pressure at higher altitudes. This makes it harder to breathe because our bodies require more oxygen when the air is thinner. This can lead to symptoms of altitude sickness.


What is the shortest mountain above sea level?

That depends on your definition of "mountain".