Acclimatization

       Acclimatization Definition: Acclimatization is the physiological process in which an individual adjusts to changes in the environment to survive. Acclimatization is also known as acclimation or acclimation. This occurs in a brief period –hours to weeks and may persist lifelong. Acclimatization to new environments occurs in many species. Adaptation is an evolution that involvesContinue reading “Acclimatization”

Atmospheric Pressure

What is atmospheric pressure?|Effects of high pressure on human body| The atmosphere exerts pressure on the human body. This is known as atmospheric pressure. At sea level, it is 760 mm. of mercury which is called 1 (one) atmospheric pressure. Table of contents: 1. Definition 2. Composition of air 3. The partial pressure of gasesContinue reading “Atmospheric Pressure”

About Author

  Hello Readers, My name is Dr.Bijay Krishna Prasad, Professor of Physiology and Head of the Department of Physiology A.N.M.Medical College, Gaya. I am a doctor and a teacher and passionate about teaching, writing, and sharing my knowledge with everyone. I have written two books ‘Practical Physiology-Haematology’ and ebook- Digestive system part-one. This is myContinue reading “About Author”