Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Amongs the following which one is an appropriate term for Decrease in body temperature?

  1. Hypoventilation

  2. Hypokinesia

  3. Hypothermia

  4. Hyperthermia
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Explanation

Hypothermia refers to a decrease in core body temperature below the normal range (below 35°C or 95°F). Hypoventilation refers to decreased breathing rate, hypokinesia to reduced movement, and hyperthermia to elevated temperature. The prefix 'hypo-' means 'below' or 'decreased'.

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