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Old 13th Mar 2001, 18:01
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Question Why does hypoxia act so fast?

Doubtless a really stupid question this, but all the same...

Why is the "useful consciousness" time around 12 seconds at 45,000 feet when it's quite possible to hold your breath for much longer and still be able to do moderately complicated tasks?