Chapter 25, Problem 38P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The affect on the number of O₂ molecules carried by hemoglobin and on the number of erythrocytes in the blood by living at higher altitudes should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Higher altitudes are a region where the oxygen content is low and body ahs to acclimatize accordingly to survive in that condition otherwise it leads to dizziness and loss of weight and other sorts of problem.