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alkalosis

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abnormally high alkalinity (low hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues

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As a result of panting the ostrich should eventually experience alkalosis. Source: Internet

One such mechanism is hyperventilation to lower the blood carbon dioxide levels (a form of compensatory respiratory alkalosis ). Source: Internet

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