Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the term hypocapnia?
A. hypo (over) + capn (breathing) + ia (condition) = heavy breathing
B. hypo (over) + capn (carbon dioxide) + ia (condition) = excessive carbon dioxide
C. hypo (under) + capn (carbon dioxide) + ia (condition) = insufficient carbon dioxide
D. hypo (under) + capn (breathing) + ia (condition) = shallow breathing
Answer: C
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