Everest Flashcards
1
Q
How tall is Everest, and by how much does it rise every year?
A
Everest is 29,028 feet tall, and it rises 4 millimeters per year.
2
Q
When was it found that Everest was the tallest mountain in the world?
A
In 1849, Andrew Wah found that Everest was the tallest mountain.
3
Q
What is Hypoxia?
A
Hypoxia is a condition brought on by high altitude where the tissues of the body become deprived of oxygen, causing fatigue, nausea and confusion.
4
Q
Khumbu Icefall
A
An ever shifting field of crevasses crossed on the way to camp 1 from base camp
5
Q
How many people have successfully climbed Everest?
A
4,000 people
