Going Higher: Oxygen Man and Mountains
Going Higher: Oxygen Man and Mountains
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Book Description
In this completely revised edition of a classic work, Houston examines the inter-relationships between humans, oxygen, and mountains. Beginning with what oxygen is and how we use it, Houston guides the reader through the latest understanding of the various types of mountain sickness, to acclimatization, prevention, and treatment.
Going Higher: Oxygen Man and Mountains,Charles Houston,Mountaineers Books,0898865808,Altitude, Influence of,Environmental influence on hum,General,Life Sciences - Anatomy & Physiology,Mountain Climbing,Mountaineering,Physiological aspects,Physiological effect,Physiology Of Special Activities,Science,Science/Mathematics,Sports & Recreation
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