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The Deadly Toll Heat Can Take On Humans

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This chapter discusses a fascinating study at Penn State University examining how increasing humidity impacts human heat tolerance. Participants are monitored while engaging in activities in a controlled environment, revealing critical insights into human physiology under extreme conditions.

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