Practice question

What is hypoxia in aviation physiology?

A state in which body tissues receive insufficient oxygen
An excess of oxygen in the blood causing toxicity, typically occurring below sea level
A psychological condition caused by high G-forces during aerobatic maneuvering
A visual impairment caused by prolonged bright sunlight at high altitudes

Answer: A — A state in which body tissues receive insufficient oxygen

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