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Do you need goggles to see in the Antarctic snow?
One uses snow goggles for two reasons. a) in the mountains where there will be increased UV rays, goggles are essential to avoid snow blindness. Believe me you want to avoid it. b) in the Antarctic, it depends on your altitude. The snow glare can be very uncomfortable - it is as if you were looking into the sun! - so you will probably want to wear goggles for this. Even close to sea level. Otherwise as ) above. In 'whiteout' conditions, when it is just like you were inside a ping-pong ball, goggles do interfere with the Very difficult seeing conditions. You may have to proceed without goggles, just to maximize your seeing ability, but the chance of snow blindness is far from zero. Been there.
What kinds of technology are invented in the Polar region?
These includes snow shoes, sleds, skiis and snow goggles,
Is like a rockslide but on a snow-covered mountain.?
An avalanche is like a rockslide, but on a snow-covered mountain.
What problems did the climbers face as they sat stranded in their snow cave?
The climbers faced extreme cold temperatures, limited food and water supplies, and the risk of hypothermia and frostbite as they sat stranded in their snow cave. Additionally, they were at risk of dehydration and snow blindness while awaiting rescue.
What is it called when snow falls off a mountain?
When snow falls off a mountain, it is called an avalanche.
Mountaineers who scale snowy mountains wear dark goggles?
Yes they do. It is done to prevent snow blindness. Sunlight reflecting from snow and ice can be very bright and can cause "snow blindness" so climbers often wear dark googles to filter this bright light.
What eye protection do you wear in the snow?
Snow mobile goggles or just goggles
What difficulties do mountain climbers face journey up mountains such as mount Everest?
frostbite, very little oxygen, and heavy snow storms.
Why do high mountain climbers bring a sumply of oxygen?
Because not that much oxogyen is up high in the air, plus the snow makes it hard to breath.
Name the famous mountain of Africa?
Mount Kilimanjaro is the famous mountain in Africa, located in Tanzania. It is the highest peak in Africa and a popular destination for climbers and trekkers. It is known for its iconic snow-capped summit.
What were inuit snow goggles made from?
Inuit snow goggles are made out of leather, bones, or ivory. But newer ones are made out of wood:)
What is a snow capped mountain?
A snow capped mountain is a mountain with snow on the top if it.
Why do mountain climbers in below freezing temperature need sunglasses and sunblock?
In the rarified high mountain air, sunlight has more effect and can cause severe sunburn. Also, sunlight reflecting off the white snow can cause snow-blindness. Both are something any sane mountaineer will want to avoid.
Why where snow goggles made?
to stop dust snow and other thing getting in your eyes
What did the Inuits use to keep the snow out of their eyes?
goggles
How high up is the snow on Mount Everest?
There is snow all the way up to the summit but over the years climbers have said there is not as much snow there as there used to be.
What kinds of technology are invented in the Polar region?
These includes snow shoes, sleds, skiis and snow goggles,
