Climbing at high altitude where oxygen levels are insufficient can lead to
A) respiratory acidosis.
B) respiratory alkalosis.
C) metabolic acidosis.
D) metabolic alkalosis.

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At high altitudes, the body compensates for low oxygen levels by increasing breathing rate, leading to decreased carbon dioxide levels and causing respiratory alkalosis.

Climbing at High Altitude Where Oxygen Levels Are Insufficient Can