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Mt. Everest Pretend you are a guide for an expedition to Mt. Everest. You will produce a brochure to guide and educate your group. You may want to include maps, training, equipment, weather, and altitude conditions. Websites to explore for information. Math puzzles : something that might be fun at home Read about some interesting expeditions More information about Mallory
Some questions to consider: What is the elevation of
the highest mountain peak? What is the air pressure
at the bottom? The middle? The top? How does the air
pressure affect the body? What do climbers have to
do to overcome the ill effects? What types of food would
you need to eat for this strenuous task? Proper clothing is
essential. What kind of material and fibers keep you the warmest? How many people in the
past five years have survived? Reached the top? What causes avalanches?
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