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Prefixes and Suffixes in Human Anatomy Quiz

#1

Which of the following prefixes means 'around' or 'surrounding'?

Peri-
Explanation

Indicates 'around' or 'surrounding'.

#2

What does the suffix '-ectomy' mean?

To cut out or remove
Explanation

Denotes the removal or excision of a part of the body.

#3

What does the prefix 'hemi-' mean?

Half
Explanation

Denotes 'half'.

#4

Which suffix means 'pertaining to'?

-ic
Explanation

Relates to 'pertaining to'.

#5

What does the suffix '-emia' typically indicate?

Blood condition
Explanation

Typically denotes a 'blood condition'.

#6

Which prefix means 'within' or 'inside'?

Endo-
Explanation

Refers to 'within' or 'inside'.

#7

What is the meaning of the suffix '-algia'?

Pain
Explanation

Signifies 'pain'.

#8

What is the meaning of the prefix 'brady-'?

Slow
Explanation

Refers to 'slow'.

#9

Which suffix means 'inflammation'?

-itis
Explanation

Indicates 'inflammation'.

#10

What is the meaning of the suffix '-lysis'?

To dissolve or destroy
Explanation

Indicates 'to dissolve or destroy'.

#11

Which prefix means 'outside' or 'beyond'?

Exo-
Explanation

Indicates 'outside' or 'beyond'.

#12

What does the prefix 'hypo-' signify?

Below
Explanation

Signifies 'below'.

#13

What does the suffix '-plasty' refer to?

Surgical repair or reconstruction
Explanation

Refers to 'surgical repair or reconstruction'.

#14

What does the suffix '-plasia' refer to?

Formation or development
Explanation

Denotes 'formation or development'.

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