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- The term death zone refers to high altitudes, where the amount of oxygen cannot sustain human life and altitude acclimatization becomes impossible.
Question 1:
The term death zone refers to high altitudes, where the amount of oxygen cannot sustain human life and altitude acclimatization becomes impossible. While this definition still applies, mount Everests death zone is significantly more difficult to survive. Why?
A. Visibility is decreased due to constant snowstorms
B. Extremely low temperatures result in quick freezing of body parts
C. High wind velocity causes deadly avalanches
D. Polar bears pose a serious threat to climbers
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