At what point in a breath hold deep dive would the CO 2 -O 2 paradox occur?

The CO 2 paradox occurs on descent due to increased pressure leading to more oxygen being absorbed into the body's tissues, while the O 2 paradox occurs on ascent as pressure decreases, potentially leading to hypoxia.

At what point in a breath hold deep dive would the CO 2 -O 2 paradox occur?

The CO 2 paradox occurs on descent due to increased pressure leading to more oxygen being absorbed into the body's tissues, while the O 2 paradox occurs on ascent as pressure decreases, potentially leading to hypoxia.

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At What Point in a Breath Hold Deep Dive Would

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At what point in a breath hold deep dive would the CO₂ -O₂ paradox occur?

A) CO₂ paradox occurs on descent, O₂ paradox occurs on ascent.
B) O₂ paradox occurs on descent, CO₂ paradox occurs on ascent
C) both occur during descent
D) both occur during ascent

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