"Rapture of the Deep" is Characterized by ____

Question

"Rapture of the deep" is characterized by ____.  
A) increased O2in the blood
B) altitude sickness
C) excess CO2in the blood
D) excess CO in the blood
E) euphoria

Accepted Answer

"Rapture of the deep" is a term used to describe a feeling of euphoria or a sense of awe and wonder that some divers experience at deeper depths. It is thought to be caused by the increased pressure affecting the central nervous system, leading to altered perception and sensations. There is no increase in O2 in the blood, altitude sickness, excess CO2 or CO in the blood associated with this phenomenon.