#1
Which of the following prefixes means 'around' or 'surrounding'?
Peri-
ExplanationIndicates 'around' or 'surrounding'.
#2
What does the suffix '-ectomy' mean?
To cut out or remove
ExplanationDenotes the removal or excision of a part of the body.
#3
What does the prefix 'hemi-' mean?
Half
ExplanationDenotes 'half'.
#4
Which suffix means 'pertaining to'?
-ic
ExplanationRelates to 'pertaining to'.
#5
What does the suffix '-emia' typically indicate?
Blood condition
ExplanationTypically denotes a 'blood condition'.
#6
Which prefix means 'within' or 'inside'?
Endo-
ExplanationRefers to 'within' or 'inside'.
#7
What is the meaning of the suffix '-algia'?
Pain
ExplanationSignifies 'pain'.
#8
What is the meaning of the prefix 'brady-'?
Slow
ExplanationRefers to 'slow'.
#9
Which suffix means 'inflammation'?
-itis
ExplanationIndicates 'inflammation'.
#10
What is the meaning of the suffix '-lysis'?
To dissolve or destroy
ExplanationIndicates 'to dissolve or destroy'.
#11
Which prefix means 'outside' or 'beyond'?
Exo-
ExplanationIndicates 'outside' or 'beyond'.
#12
What does the prefix 'hypo-' signify?
Below
ExplanationSignifies 'below'.
#13
What does the suffix '-plasty' refer to?
Surgical repair or reconstruction
ExplanationRefers to 'surgical repair or reconstruction'.
#14
What does the suffix '-plasia' refer to?
Formation or development
ExplanationDenotes 'formation or development'.