Giraffe Blood Pressure: Calculating Gauge Pressure at the Brain

In summary, the average blood pressure of a giraffe is around 120/80 mmHg. It is significantly higher than other animals due to their long necks and tall stature, allowing them to pump blood against gravity to reach their brain. Calculating gauge pressure at the brain of a giraffe is important in understanding their unique cardiovascular system and how they maintain proper blood flow and oxygen delivery. Factors that affect the blood pressure of a giraffe include their heart rate, blood volume, and the diameter and elasticity of their blood vessels. The blood pressure of a giraffe is typically measured using a sphygmomanometer, similar to how it is measured in humans.
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In a giraffe with its head 2m above its heart , and its heart 2m above its feet, the hydrostatic gauge pressure in the blood at its heart is 250 torr . Assume that the giraffe stands upright and the blood density is 1.06 * 1000kg/cubic metre.In torr find the (gauge) blood pressure at the brain.
 
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Hi chandangang! Welcome to the forums! :smile: What is your work so far on this problem? (See forum rules... in order to get help, you need to show your efforts.)
 
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i couldn't properly understand the question.
so i couldn't make any significant efforts!
 

What is the average blood pressure of a giraffe?

The average blood pressure of a giraffe is around 120/80 mmHg.

How is the blood pressure of a giraffe different from other animals?

The blood pressure of a giraffe is significantly higher than other animals due to their long necks and tall stature. This allows them to pump blood against gravity to reach their brain.

Why is it important to calculate gauge pressure at the brain of a giraffe?

Calculating gauge pressure at the brain of a giraffe allows us to understand the unique cardiovascular system of these animals and how they are able to maintain proper blood flow and oxygen delivery to their brain.

What factors affect the blood pressure of a giraffe?

The main factors that affect the blood pressure of a giraffe include their heart rate, blood volume, and the diameter and elasticity of their blood vessels.

How is the blood pressure of a giraffe measured?

The blood pressure of a giraffe is typically measured using a sphygmomanometer, which consists of a cuff that is placed around the giraffe's leg and a gauge that measures the pressure in the artery. This is similar to how blood pressure is measured in humans.

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