Ch 1. Medical Terminology- Word Roots

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1. Cardi/o

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The term "Cardi/o" is a prefix that refers to the heart. It is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a relationship or association with the heart. In this context, "Cardi/o" is the correct answer because it directly corresponds to the term "Heart" in the given options. The other options, such as "Chemical," "Skin," and "Exercise," do not relate to the term "Cardi/o" or "Heart." Therefore, "Heart" is the appropriate answer in this case.

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2. Dermat/o

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The term "Dermat/o" refers to the skin. In this context, it is used to indicate a medical term or condition related to the skin. The other options mentioned (Nail, Female, Ear) are not related to the term "Dermat/o" and do not have any connection to the given question. Therefore, the correct answer is "Skin".

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3. Gastr/o

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The term "Gastr/o" refers to the stomach. The other options mentioned, such as small intestine and large intestine, are not related to the term "Gastr/o". Therefore, the correct answer is stomach.

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4. Hemat/o

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The term "Hemat/o" refers to blood. It is derived from the Greek word "haima" which means blood. This term is commonly used in medical terminology to describe conditions or processes related to blood. It is important to understand the meaning of this term in order to accurately interpret medical information and communicate effectively in the healthcare field.

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5. Gynec/o

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The prefix "gynec/o" refers to the female reproductive system. Therefore, the correct answer is "female" as it is the term that is related to gynec/o.

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6. Hydro Means Water.

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The statement "Hydro means water" is true. The prefix "hydro-" is derived from the Greek word "hydor," which means water. This prefix is commonly used in scientific and technical terms related to water, such as hydrology (the study of water) and hydroelectric (relating to the generation of electricity using water). Therefore, it can be concluded that "hydro" does indeed mean water.

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7. Path/o mean disease

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The statement "path/o mean disease" is true. In medical terminology, the combining form "path/o" refers to disease. It is commonly used in words related to diseases or pathological conditions, such as pathology (the study of diseases), pathogen (a disease-causing agent), or psychopathology (the study of mental disorders). Therefore, the given statement is correct.

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8. Rhin/o

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The term "rhin/o" is a combining form that refers to the nose. It is commonly used in medical terminology to describe conditions or procedures related to the nose. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "nose".

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9. Define Chem/o

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Chem/o is a combining form that refers to chemicals or chemistry. It is commonly used in medical terminology to describe substances or processes related to chemicals. Therefore, the correct answer is "Chemical" as it aligns with the definition of chem/o.

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10. Enter/o

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The small intestine is responsible for the digestion and absorption of nutrients from food. It is a long, tube-like organ located between the stomach and large intestine. It plays a crucial role in breaking down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed into the bloodstream. This process allows the body to obtain the necessary nutrients for energy and growth. Therefore, out of the given options, the small intestine is the correct answer as it is directly related to the digestion and absorption of nutrients.

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11. Opthalm/o

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The term "opthalm/o" refers to the eye. This is evident from the fact that the word is derived from "ophthalmos," which is the Greek word for eye. Therefore, "opthalm/o" is related to the eye and not any of the other options mentioned such as nose, ear, or blood.

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12. Ot/o means ear

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The statement "ot/o means ear" is true. In medical terminology, "ot/o" is a combining form that specifically refers to the ear. It is commonly used to form words related to the ear, such as otology (the study of the ear) or otitis (inflammation of the ear). Therefore, the given answer is correct.

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13. Definition Of aden/o ?

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The term "aden/o" is a medical prefix that refers to glands. It is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate conditions or structures related to glands. Glands are specialized organs in the body that produce and secrete substances, such as hormones or enzymes, that are necessary for various bodily functions. Therefore, the correct answer for the given question is "Gland".

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14. Definition of carcin/o

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The term "carcin/o" is a combining form that refers to cancer. It is derived from the Greek word "karkinos," which means crab, and was used to describe the spreading and invasive nature of cancer cells. Therefore, the correct answer is cancer, as it directly relates to the definition of "carcin/o."

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15. Laryng/o

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The term "laryng/o" refers to the voice box, which is responsible for producing sound. It is located in the throat and contains the vocal cords. The other options, "lungs" and "nose," are not related to the term "laryng/o." The correct answer, therefore, is "voice box."

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16. Neur/o means kidney

Explanation

Neur/o is nerve

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17. Immun/o

Explanation

The term "immun/o" refers to the immune system. It is derived from the Latin word "immunis" which means exempt or free. The immune system is responsible for protecting the body from harmful substances and infections. Therefore, "immune" is the correct answer as it directly relates to the concept of immunity and the immune system.

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18. Nephr/o

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The term "nephr/o" is a combining form that specifically relates to the kidney. It is derived from the Greek word "nephros," which means kidney. Therefore, when "nephr/o" is used in medical terminology, it indicates a connection or involvement with the kidney.

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19. Pulmon/o

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The term "pulmon/o" is derived from the Latin word "pulmo" which means lung. Therefore, "pulmon/o" refers to the lung.

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20. Cis/o

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The term "cis/o" refers to cutting or slicing. It does not have any direct connection to the other options provided such as "voice box" or "disease". Therefore, the correct answer is "To Cut".

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21. Ur/o

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The correct answer is 4. 1 & 2 both. Urine refers to the waste fluid produced by the kidneys, which is then excreted through the urinary tract. The urinary tract consists of the organs involved in the production, storage, and elimination of urine, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Therefore, both urine and the urinary tract are related to each other in terms of the excretion process.

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Cardi/o
Dermat/o
Gastr/o
Hemat/o
Gynec/o
Hydro Means Water.
Path/o mean disease
Rhin/o
Define Chem/o
Enter/o
Opthalm/o
Ot/o means ear
Definition Of aden/o ?
Definition of carcin/o
Laryng/o
Neur/o means kidney
Immun/o
Nephr/o
Pulmon/o
Cis/o
Ur/o
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