Exam 24: Exercise and the Environment

Which of the following is the most serious form of heat illnesses?

In the heat stress equation, which of the following terms is given the most consideration in predicting the heat load?

Research indicates that the best way for an endurance athlete to take advantage of altitude-induced physiological adjustments is to live at _______ altitude and train at ______ altitude.

Which of the following individuals would lose heat faster when floating in cold water?

Chronic (e.g., two weeks) exposure to altitude will increase the unloading of oxygen from hemoglobin.

Acclimatization to the heat results in an increased rate of sweating during exercise.

Distance-running performances are generally not as good when conducted at high altitude. This is due to the

When Messner and Habeler climbed Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen, the scientists had to reevaluate their calculations that VO₂ max at the top of Everest was equal to resting metabolic rate (3.5 ml .kg^-1 . min^-1). They found that the

The major factor causing a decrease in VO₂ max at all altitudes is

Heat loss in cold water is __________ heat loss in cold air of the same temperature.

The most rapid and effective method of reducing body temperature in those with heat stroke is

Maximal aerobic power decreases with altitude due to the

Natives who have resided at altitude all their lives adapt to the altitude by

Particulate matter in the air can result in

Carbon monoxide can decrease VO₂ max by

Which of the following pollutants is generated by the reaction of UV light and emissions from internal combustion engines?

Clinically, hypothermia is described as a core temperature below

The best protection against heat stroke and heat exhaustion is

Individuals who are successful climbing to high altitudes have a great capacity to hyperventilate. This is beneficial because it

When track meets are held at altitude, the sprint performances are usually better than at sea level because of the