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Define Hyperventilation and Explain What May Cause It

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Define hyperventilation and explain what may cause it.Is the increased ventilation that occurs while exercising an example of hyperventilation? Explain your answer.How are PO₂ and PCO₂ affected by hyperventilation? Can breathing into a paper bag remedy hyperventilation or is this just unfounded folk medicine? Explain.


Definitions:

Organ of Corti

A structure in the cochlea of the ear containing hair cells that translate sound vibrations into nerve signals.

Perforated Eardrum

A tear or hole in the tympanic membrane, which can lead to hearing loss and increased susceptibility to ear infections.

Hearing Loss

A decrease in the ability to perceive sounds compared to normal levels.

Ear Pain

Discomfort or pain within the ear, which can be caused by infections (like otitis media), injuries, or conditions affecting the ear canal or eardrum.

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