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A deep sea diver may hurt bis ear drum d...

A deep sea diver may hurt bis ear drum during diving because of

A

lack of oxygen

B

high atmospheric pressure

C

high water pressure

D

All of these

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C

As you descend, water pressure increases, and the volume of air in your body decreases. This can cause problems such as sinus pain or a ruptured ear drum.
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