HYPERVENTILATIONS
\hˌa͡ɪpəvˌɛntɪlˈe͡ɪʃənz], \hˌaɪpəvˌɛntɪlˈeɪʃənz], \h_ˌaɪ_p_ə_v_ˌɛ_n_t_ɪ_l_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n_z]\
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A pulmonary ventilation rate faster than is metabolically necessary for the exchange of gases. It is the result of an increased frequency of breathing, an increased tidal volume, or a combination of both. It causes an excess intake of oxygen and the blowing off of carbon dioxide.
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.