Studying scuba diving, I learned the concept of "atmosphere," which is defined a…

Studying scuba diving, I learned the concept of “atmosphere,” which is defined as 4.6 pounds per square inch at sea level. (That’s about one meter of water, for comparison.) This is important as it regulates the volume of air one can contain in one’s lungs, which is why exhaling is very important while surfacing: not doing so will cause your lungs to explode. Atmospheric pressure increases greatly during a Japanese summer, which means your lungs contain a higher concentration of very moist air. Convenience stores are your friends when out and about.. - William Baerg