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What type of breathing results in acidosis?

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Acidosis can occur as a result of hyperventilation, which is a type of breathing characterized by an increased rate and depth of respiration. Hyperventilation can cause a decrease in carbon dioxide (CO2_2) levels in the body, leading to a decrease in blood pH and the development of acidosis.

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