Chapter 29 Mount Everest

1. Define carrying capacity 2. What does it measure

1. The number of people or animals the environment of an area can support. 2. It measures the amount of people or animals that an area can support.

On their way up Mount Everest, climbers enter the Death Zone. What makes this zone so challenging?

Because it has deep snow, drop-offs, and exposure to harsh weather make.

Where is Mount Everest located?

In the Himalaya Mountains in Nepal

Based on this information in this table, about how much does it cost a guide service to take seven climbers to the top of Everest?

It cost about $250,00-300,00

What is the main cause of acute mountain sickness among mountain climbers?

The main cause is high altitude

What is the main reason people want to climb to the top of Mount Everest?

The main reason people want to climb to the top of Mount Everest is because they like the adventure and thrill.

Climbers on Everest stop from time to time to acclimatize to__________________

thin air and high altitude