What It's Actually Like To Climb Mount Everest

The video explores the challenges and dangers of climbing Mount Everest, the world's tallest mountain. It covers the physical preparation and acclimatization needed, the extreme weather conditions, and the risks of frostbite and hypothermia. The video also discusses the Khumbu Icefall, the Death Zone, and the dangers of altitude sickness. Additional challenges include snow blindness, theft, and overcrowding. The environmental impact and high financial costs of climbing are also highlighted.

Who were the first climbers to successfully reach the summit of Mount Everest?

• Junko Tabei and Ang Tshering

• Reinhold Messner and Peter Habeler

• Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay

• George Mallory and Andrew Irvine

What is the primary reason climbers must acclimate before ascending Mount Everest?

• To avoid sunburn

• To improve climbing speed

• To prevent altitude sickness

• To reduce equipment weight

What is the typical wind chill temperature on Mount Everest?

• -50°F

• -100°F

• -148°F

• -200°F

What is the Khumbu Icefall known for?

• Its warm temperatures

• Its easy climbing paths

• Its dangerous crevasses and avalanches

• Its beautiful scenery

What is the 'death zone' on Mount Everest?

• A zone with many wildlife sightings

• A place with high temperatures

• A region with extremely low oxygen levels

• An area with frequent avalanches

What condition can cause climbers to experience brain swelling on Everest?

• Snow blindness

• Frostbite

• High altitude cerebral edema

• High altitude pulmonary edema

What is a common problem climbers face due to the sun's intensity on Everest?

• Dehydration

• Sunburn

• Snow blindness

• Heatstroke

What environmental issue is caused by climbers on Mount Everest?

• Water scarcity

• Littering and waste accumulation

• Air pollution

• Deforestation

What is the estimated cost of hiring a good Sherpa for an Everest expedition?

• $30,000

• $40,000

• $20,000

• $10,000

What is a significant financial risk when planning a climb on Everest?

• Running out of food

• Getting lost

• Bad weather causing trip cancellation

• Losing equipment