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A pilot approaching a runway which narrower than normal may feel he at a greater height than he actually to compensate he may fly a Flatter than normal approach with tendency to undershoot. img /com_en/com040 114 jpg the width of runway may cause incorrect height judgements on final approach a pilot used to a standard width runway may when approaching an airfield with a narrow runway judge he too high therefore performs a low approach with undershoot img /com_en/com040 74 jpg . 
The proprioceptive senses 'seat of pants sense' May give incorrect information when outside visual reference lost. img /com_en/com040 114 jpg the width of runway may cause incorrect height judgements on final approach a pilot used to a standard width runway may when approaching an airfield with a narrow runway judge he too high therefore performs a low approach with undershoot img /com_en/com040 74 jpg . 
When assessing an individuas risk of developing coronary artery disease following factors may contribute 1 obesity2 chronic stress3 smoking4 family history 2 3 4 are correct. img /com_en/com040 114 jpg the width of runway may cause incorrect height judgements on final approach a pilot used to a standard width runway may when approaching an airfield with a narrow runway judge he too high therefore performs a low approach with undershoot img /com_en/com040 74 jpg . 
The metabolisation of alcohol Is a question of time. img /com_en/com040 114 jpg the width of runway may cause incorrect height judgements on final approach a pilot used to a standard width runway may when approaching an airfield with a narrow runway judge he too high therefore performs a low approach with undershoot img /com_en/com040 74 jpg . Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 8
What does not impair function of photosensitive cells Is a question of time. the human retina has approximately 5 million cones 120 million rods signals from rods cones converge on ganglion bipolar cells preprocessing before they are sent to lateral geniculate nucleus at 'center' of retina (the point directly behind lens) the fovea which contains only cone photoreceptor cells this the region capable of producing highest visual acuity oxygen deficiency acceleration (positive or negative) poisons cause disturbances. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 9
The fovea The area of best day vision no night vision at all. the human retina has approximately 5 million cones 120 million rods signals from rods cones converge on ganglion bipolar cells preprocessing before they are sent to lateral geniculate nucleus at 'center' of retina (the point directly behind lens) the fovea which contains only cone photoreceptor cells this the region capable of producing highest visual acuity oxygen deficiency acceleration (positive or negative) poisons cause disturbances. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 10
In order to completely resynchronise with local time after zone crossing circadian rhythms require Less time when flying from east to west. the human retina has approximately 5 million cones 120 million rods signals from rods cones converge on ganglion bipolar cells preprocessing before they are sent to lateral geniculate nucleus at 'center' of retina (the point directly behind lens) the fovea which contains only cone photoreceptor cells this the region capable of producing highest visual acuity oxygen deficiency acceleration (positive or negative) poisons cause disturbances. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 11
The retina of eye Is light sensitive inner lining of eye containing photoreceptors essential vision. the human retina has approximately 5 million cones 120 million rods signals from rods cones converge on ganglion bipolar cells preprocessing before they are sent to lateral geniculate nucleus at 'center' of retina (the point directly behind lens) the fovea which contains only cone photoreceptor cells this the region capable of producing highest visual acuity oxygen deficiency acceleration (positive or negative) poisons cause disturbances. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 12
Which force s affect s otoliths in utriculus and sacculus Gravity linear acceleration. the utricle sensitive to a change in horizontal movement the saccule gives information about linear acceleration (such as when in an elevator). Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 13
Flying a coordinated level turn will Make body's pressure receptors feel an increased pressure along body's vertical axis. the utricle sensitive to a change in horizontal movement the saccule gives information about linear acceleration (such as when in an elevator). Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 14
Which sensations does a pilot get when he rolling out of a prolonged level turn Turning in opposite direction. the utricle sensitive to a change in horizontal movement the saccule gives information about linear acceleration (such as when in an elevator). Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 15
How can a pilot overcome vertigo encountered during a real or simulated instrument flight 1 establish and maintain an effective instrument cross check 2 always believe instruments never trust your sense of feeling 3 ignore arising illusions 4 move head sidewards and back and forth to 'shake off' illusions Turning in opposite direction. the utricle sensitive to a change in horizontal movement the saccule gives information about linear acceleration (such as when in an elevator). Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 16
A large number of medical preparations can be bought without a doctor's prescription in relation to using these preparations which of following correct A pilot using any of these preparations should get professional advice from an aviation medical specialist if he intends to fly self medicate at same time. the utricle sensitive to a change in horizontal movement the saccule gives information about linear acceleration (such as when in an elevator). Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 17
The total pressure of a mixture of gases equal to sum of partial pressures of gases in mixture this A pilot using any of these preparations should get professional advice from an aviation medical specialist if he intends to fly self medicate at same time. dalton's law states that pressure of a mixture of gases the sum of partial pressures of its constituents for information amount of oxygen transfered into blood in alveoli depends on partial pressure of oxygen when partial pressure of oxygen too low we become hypoxic. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 18
Carbon monoxide always present in exhaust gases of engines if a pilot exposed to carbon monoxide which of following responses correct A short exposure to relatively high concentrations of carbon monoxide can seriously affect a pilot's ability to operate an aircraft. dalton's law states that pressure of a mixture of gases the sum of partial pressures of its constituents for information amount of oxygen transfered into blood in alveoli depends on partial pressure of oxygen when partial pressure of oxygen too low we become hypoxic. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 19
When stopping rotation of a spin we have sensation That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. dalton's law states that pressure of a mixture of gases the sum of partial pressures of its constituents for information amount of oxygen transfered into blood in alveoli depends on partial pressure of oxygen when partial pressure of oxygen too low we become hypoxic. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 20
The human ear capable of perceiving vibrations between frequencies That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. dalton's law states that pressure of a mixture of gases the sum of partial pressures of its constituents for information amount of oxygen transfered into blood in alveoli depends on partial pressure of oxygen when partial pressure of oxygen too low we become hypoxic. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 21
The intensity of a sound measured in That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. dalton's law states that pressure of a mixture of gases the sum of partial pressures of its constituents for information amount of oxygen transfered into blood in alveoli depends on partial pressure of oxygen when partial pressure of oxygen too low we become hypoxic. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 22
The ozone layer situated in That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. dalton's law states that pressure of a mixture of gases the sum of partial pressures of its constituents for information amount of oxygen transfered into blood in alveoli depends on partial pressure of oxygen when partial pressure of oxygen too low we become hypoxic. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 23
The barometric pressure has dropped to 1/2 of pressure at sea level at That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. at mean sea level standard pressure 1013 hpa at 5000 ft = 850 hpa at 10000 ft = 700 hpa at 18000 ft = 500 hpa at 30000 ft = 300 hpa. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 24
Which of following laws explains bubbles of nitrogen coming out of solution in body tissues due to a decrease in atmospheric pressure That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. at mean sea level standard pressure 1013 hpa at 5000 ft = 850 hpa at 10000 ft = 700 hpa at 18000 ft = 500 hpa at 30000 ft = 300 hpa. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 25
The main function of red blood cells That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. at mean sea level standard pressure 1013 hpa at 5000 ft = 850 hpa at 10000 ft = 700 hpa at 18000 ft = 500 hpa at 30000 ft = 300 hpa. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 26
Altitude hypoxia when breathing ambient air should not usually occur indifferent phase That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. at mean sea level standard pressure 1013 hpa at 5000 ft = 850 hpa at 10000 ft = 700 hpa at 18000 ft = 500 hpa at 30000 ft = 300 hpa. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 27
'the bend as a symptom of decompression sickness consists of That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. at mean sea level standard pressure 1013 hpa at 5000 ft = 850 hpa at 10000 ft = 700 hpa at 18000 ft = 500 hpa at 30000 ft = 300 hpa. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 28
The type of hypoxia which occurs at altitude a explained That we are starting a spin in opposite direction. dalton's law tells us that total pressure of any mixture of gases (with constant temperature volume) the sum of individual pressures (also called partial pressure) of each gas in mixture also partial pressure of each gas proportional to that gas percentage of total mixture because percentage of oxygen in atmosphere remains constant at 21% dalton's law lets us calculate partial pressure of oxygen in atmosphere at any altitude the human body affected the pressure of gases in atmosphere the partial pressure of oxygen (and to a lesser extent other gases) available in surrounding air important in determining onset severity of hypoxia. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 29
Carbon monoxide a product of incomplete combustion toxic because It competes with oxygen in its union with haemoglobin. dalton's law tells us that total pressure of any mixture of gases (with constant temperature volume) the sum of individual pressures (also called partial pressure) of each gas in mixture also partial pressure of each gas proportional to that gas percentage of total mixture because percentage of oxygen in atmosphere remains constant at 21% dalton's law lets us calculate partial pressure of oxygen in atmosphere at any altitude the human body affected the pressure of gases in atmosphere the partial pressure of oxygen (and to a lesser extent other gases) available in surrounding air important in determining onset severity of hypoxia. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 30
Hyperventilation causes A reduction of carbon dioxide in blood. franck when you hyperventilate you loose carbon dioxide from lungs way to treat it to breath into a paper bag to breath back carbon dioxide you're exhaling to calm down!!!. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 31
Anxiety and fear can cause A reduction of carbon dioxide in blood. franck when you hyperventilate you loose carbon dioxide from lungs way to treat it to breath into a paper bag to breath back carbon dioxide you're exhaling to calm down!!!. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 32
One of first effects to be noticed on gradual exposure to high positive radial accelerations A reduction of carbon dioxide in blood. franck when you hyperventilate you loose carbon dioxide from lungs way to treat it to breath into a paper bag to breath back carbon dioxide you're exhaling to calm down!!!. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 33
The first stage in information process A reduction of carbon dioxide in blood. sensory stimulation the first stage in information process the basis of perception the intensity of stimulus. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 34
To prevent vertigo in flight we should Not move head suddenly while we are turning. sensory stimulation the first stage in information process the basis of perception the intensity of stimulus. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 35
When flying at night first sense to be affected a slight degree of hypoxia the Not move head suddenly while we are turning. sensory stimulation the first stage in information process the basis of perception the intensity of stimulus. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 36
The carcinogen a substance with ability to produce modifications in cells which develop a cancer in cigarettes Not move head suddenly while we are turning. sensory stimulation the first stage in information process the basis of perception the intensity of stimulus. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 37
One of substances present in smoke of cigarettes can make it significantly more difficult the red blood cells to transport oxygen and as a consequence contributes to hypoxia which substance are we referring to Not move head suddenly while we are turning. sensory stimulation the first stage in information process the basis of perception the intensity of stimulus. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 38
The group of tiny bones hammer anvil and stirrup are situated in Not move head suddenly while we are turning. sensory stimulation the first stage in information process the basis of perception the intensity of stimulus. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 39
The semicircular canals form part of Not move head suddenly while we are turning. sensory stimulation the first stage in information process the basis of perception the intensity of stimulus. Question Basics of Flight Physiology 104 Answer 40
The coriolis effect in spatial disorientation occurs as a result of Simultaneous stimulation of several semicircular canals. coriolis illusion (effect) the illusion of rotation or movement in an entirely different axis caused an abrupt head movement while in a prolonged constant rate turn that has ceased to stimulate brain s motion sensing system this involves simultaneous stimulation of two semicircular canals is associated with a sudden tilting (forward or backwards) of pilot's head while aircraft turning this can occur when tilting head down (to look at an approach chart or to write on knee pad) or up (to look at an overhead instrument or switch) or sideways this can produce an overpowering sensation that aircraft rolling pitching yawing all at same time which can be compared with sensation of rolling down a hillside this illusion can make pilot quickly become disoriented lose control of aircraft.
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