Altitude sickness which includes nausea, fatigue and heart palpitations occurs due to

  • A

    High atmospheric pressure at high altitudes

  • B

    Low atmospheric pressure at high altitude

  • C

    High mountain height and high temperature

  • D

    Heavy snowfall at high altitude and low temperature

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$(2)$ They do not drink water, breathe at a slow rate to conserve water and have their body covered with thick hairs.

$(3)$ They feed on dry seeds and do not require drinking water.

$(4)$ They excrete very concentrated urine and do not use water to regulate body temperature.

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