hypoxia
/haɪˈpɑksiə/
noun
- A condition in which the body or a part of the body is deprived of adequate oxygen supply.
- Hypoxia can cause headaches, dizziness, and impaired judgment.
- Pilots are trained to recognize the early signs of hypoxia at high altitudes.
- The diver experienced mild hypoxia after ascending too quickly.
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