Why do ears pop on a plane?
- Air pressure
- Eustachian tubes
- Ear popping
Ears pop on a plane due to changes in air pressure. As the plane ascends or descends, the air pressure changes rapidly, causing the eustachian tubes in your ears to adjust, resulting in a 'popping' sensation.
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