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Give reasons for the following :
Mountaineers carry oxygen cylinders with them.

Gas Laws

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Atmospheric pressure is low at high altitudes, so air is less dense. Hence, lesser quantity of oxygen is available for breathing. Thus, mountaineers have to carry oxygen cylinders with them.

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Give reasons for the following :Mountaineers carry oxygen cylinders with them.

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