Medical Careers Medical Terminology Combining Forms 1

1. What is the correct translation of 'angi (o)'?

Instrument

Vessel

Aircraft

Helicopter

In this context, 'angi (o)' translates to 'vessel' specifically referring to a ship or boat.

Explanation

In this context, 'angi (o)' translates to 'vessel' specifically referring to a ship or boat.

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2. Dent (i) (o)

Book

Tree

Car

Tooth

The word 'dent' refers to a mark left on a surface when something has been pressed into it. In this case, the correct answer 'tooth' fits the word play pattern of 'dent (i) (o)' as 'dent' can be associated with 'tooth' when considering the dent left on a tooth from external pressure.

Explanation

3. What is another term for chol?

Pancreatic juice

Bile

Stomach acid

Saliva

Chol is another term for bile, which is a digestive fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder that helps with the digestion and absorption of fats in the small intestine.

Explanation

Chol is another term for bile, which is a digestive fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder that helps with the digestion and absorption of fats in the small intestine.

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