Decompression sickness (also known as the bends) is a condition that affects divers and others operating under pressurized conditions. It occurs when gases such as nitrogen (N₂) come out of solution in the blood. This can lead to symptoms including joint pain, shortness of breath, and paralysis. Severe cases may result in death. a What type of molecule (ionic, polar covalent, nonpolar covalent) is nitrogen gas? b The liquid medium of blood is water. What type of compound (ionic, polar covalent, nonpolar covalent) is water? c What happens when molecules such as nitrogen gas mix with water? How does this explain the problems we see with decompression sickness?

Decompression sickness (also known as the bends) is a condition that affects divers and others operating under pressurized conditions. It occurs when gases such as nitrogen (N₂) come out of solution in the blood. This can lead to symptoms including joint pain, shortness of breath, and paralysis. Severe cases may result in death. a What type of molecule (ionic, polar covalent, nonpolar covalent) is nitrogen gas? b The liquid medium of blood is water. What type of compound (ionic, polar covalent, nonpolar covalent) is water? c What happens when molecules such as nitrogen gas mix with water? How does this explain the problems we see with decompression sickness?

Chemistry

10th Edition

ISBN:9781305957404

Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

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