Human Adaptability ANT 475/575 Dr. Bindon [Home | Discussion | Paper] [ Department of Anthropology | College of Arts and Sciences | University of Alabama ]

Developmental Acclimatization Increased lung volumes occur with development at high altitude True for Andeans, Himalayans, and Ethiopians Increased pulmonary diffusing capacity Greater alveolar area and increased capillary volume Higher pulmonary blood pressure Increased pulmonary ventilation Previous slide Next slide Back to first slide View graphic version