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At very high altitudes, the air is thin and contains lower levels of oxygen. This can make it difficult to breathe and may lead to symptoms of altitude sickness such as headache, fatigue, and dizziness. It is important to acclimate gradually when ascending to high altitudes to avoid these effects.
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What would happen to the speed of sound at a very high altitude?
The speed of sound increases with altitude due to the decrease in air density. This means that at very high altitudes, where air density is lower, the speed of sound will be faster compared to at sea level.
High altitude low temperature why?
That's a trick question, since at VERY high altitudes the trend reverses momentarilly. It's dependant on what the sun can heat: at low altitudes, where the atmosphere is predominantly oxygen and nitrogen, the solid earth itself is the only heat absorber. Hence, the further you get from the warm soil of the earth, the colder you get. At very high altitudes (over 60,000 ft, I believe... higher than any mountain), larger gas molecules like Ozone, Sulfur Dioxide, etc. can absorb some heat. It's still way too cold to live there, though, so I wouldn't recommend it
What us air like at high altitudes?
At high altitudes, the air is thinner, meaning there is less atmospheric pressure and a lower concentration of oxygen. This can make breathing more difficult and often leads to altitude sickness for those not acclimatized. Temperatures generally decrease with elevation, and the air can be drier, impacting humidity levels. Overall, high-altitude environments present unique challenges for both humans and wildlife.
The speed of sound at high altitudes where the air is less dense is greater than the speed of sound at low altitudes where the air is more dense.?
The speed of sound is influenced primarily by the temperature of the air rather than its density. At high altitudes, although the air is less dense, temperatures are often lower, which can lead to a lower speed of sound compared to warmer, denser air at lower altitudes. However, in certain conditions, such as when temperatures increase with altitude (e.g., in a temperature inversion), the speed of sound can be greater at higher altitudes. Overall, the relationship is complex and depends on the specific temperature and atmospheric conditions.
Are there problems with LCD TVs at high altitudes?
Because plasma cells contain inert gases and the pressure increases at higher altitudes causing increased heat in plasma televisions. LCD televisions do not have any problems at high altitudes.
Why do they pressurize airplanes?
Well a simple answer would be that if a plane is not pressurized, on high altitudes or just very high in the sky, the plane will expand like a balloon and if it expands to much, big problems happen and I don't really know how it is pressurized but the air inside the plane is usually very different than the air outside the plane, at high altitudes.
What might limit how high a hot air balloon get?
The density of hot air is lower than air at low altitudes, but the air at higher altitudes is very thin. A hot air balloon can only rise until its density equals the surrounding air.
Why is it cold at high altitudes?
At high altitudes, the air is thinner and there is less pressure. This causes the air to expand and cool down, leading to lower temperatures.
Is air pressure greater at high altitudes or low altitudes?
It is greater at a lower altitude.
Is the air in the thermosphere thin or thick?
The air in the thermosphere is very thin because of it's high altitude.
Why do planes fly at very high altitudes?
Planes fly at high altitudes to benefit from thinner air, which reduces air resistance and drag. This allows planes to fly more efficiently, saving fuel and increasing speed. High altitudes also provide more stable air currents, resulting in a smoother ride for passengers.
How do high altitudes affect temperature?
High altitudes generally have lower temperatures compared to lower altitudes. This is because the air at higher altitudes is less dense and can hold less heat, leading to cooler temperatures.
What are cabins with normal air pressure at high altitudes?
high altitude chambers
What are high-altitudes high velocity rivers of air are called?
Jet streams
Why wouldn't you climb mount Everest with a helicopter?
Helecopters (like most aircraft) have an upper ceiling that restricts how high they can go. This is because a helecopter flies by pushing the air around it downward, and the air at very high altitudes (like Mt. Everest) is very thin (reducing the amound a helecopter can push downward). Because Mt. Everest is so high, no helecopter can climb as high as the top of it.
Do high altitudes cause drowsiness?
High altitudes do cause drowsiness because there is less oxygen in the air, so you can't breathe normally.
Why is Kilimanjaro is capped with snow?
Mt. Kilimanjaro is very high. At high altitudes, it gets colder. That is because sunlight warms the ground which warms the air, so air that is very far from the ground tends to be cold. At when it is cold enough, you get snow.
