For instance, if you are hiking in the mountains at about 5,000 feet.
2006-07-17 07:07:31 · 6 answers · asked by annacashman 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
You can b/c there is less atmosphere between you and the sun.
2006-07-17 07:10:39 · answer #1 · answered by mcmillae 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You not only burn faster, but you burn deeper too. At elevations above 2000 feet, you need to be wearing sunscreen and a hat and protective clothing.
2006-07-17 14:09:49 · answer #2 · answered by essentiallysolo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No i live in a mountaines area and the city will burn you faster and they are way below me as far as alltitude levels.
2006-07-17 14:11:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The air is thinner so it makes sense. Although, I do not actually know for sure
2006-07-17 14:10:38 · answer #4 · answered by billyandgaby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the angle of the sun.
2006-07-17 14:10:28 · answer #5 · answered by shiranddave 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes,you are closer to the sun.
2006-07-17 15:09:31 · answer #6 · answered by Holly M 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋