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Why do deep sea divers sometimes suffer from decompression sickness?

Option: 1

Due to the increase in pressure at depth, the solubility of nitrogen in the bloodstream increases according to Henry's law


Option: 2

Due to the decrease in pressure at depth, the solubility of nitrogen in the bloodstream decreases according to Henry's law


Option: 3

Due to the increase in pressure at depth, the solubility of oxygen in the bloodstream increases according to Henry's law

 


Option: 4

Due to the decrease in pressure at depth, the solubility of oxygen in the bloodstream decreases according to Henry's law


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 When a diver goes deep underwater, the pressure increases, causing the solubility of nitrogen in their bloodstream to increase according to Henry's law. If the diver ascends too quickly, the nitrogen can come out of solution and form bubbles, leading to decompression sickness.

 

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