Trying to Breathe on Mount Everest

Resource for Grades 6-12

WGBH: Nova
Trying to Breathe on Mount Everest

Media Type:
Video

Running Time: 3m 34s
Size: 10.7 MB

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Source: NOVA: "Everest: The Death Zone"

This resource was adapted from NOVA: "Everest: The Death Zone."

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WGBH Educational Foundation

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WGBH Educational Foundation

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Collection Funded by:

National Science Foundation

At high altitudes, Earth's atmosphere is much thinner than it is at sea level. Mountain climbers trying to reach the highest peaks have to overcome a lack of oxygen. Mount Everest, the highest point in the world, seems to be at the limit of human capabilities. In this video segment adapted from NOVA, learn about how climbers ascending Mount Everest combat mountain sickness.

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