Dean Vaughn Med Terms Lessons 8 Thru 14

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This quiz covers medical terminology from DEAN VAUGHN MED TERMS lessons 8 through 14, focusing on terms related to body parts and functions.

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  • 2. 

    En-

  • 3. 

    Phot-

    Explanation
    The prefix "phot-" refers to light. This is evident in words like "photograph" (an image made using light) and "photosynthesis" (the process by which plants convert light into energy). Therefore, the answer "light" accurately reflects the meaning of the prefix "phot-".

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  • 4. 

    Semi-

    Explanation
    The prefix "semi-" means half. In this context, "semi-" is used to indicate that something is only partially or halfway. Therefore, the correct answer is "half," which is a synonym for "semi-."

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  • 5. 

    Aer-

  • 6. 

    Edema

    Explanation
    Edema is a medical term used to describe the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the body's tissues. This condition often leads to swelling, which is characterized by an increase in size or volume of a specific body part. Swelling can occur due to various reasons such as injury, inflammation, or underlying medical conditions. Therefore, "swelling" is an appropriate answer for the term "edema" as it accurately describes the visible symptom associated with this condition.

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  • 7. 

    Corne-

  • 8. 

    Kerat-

  • 9. 

    Gravid

    Explanation
    The word "gravid" refers to being pregnant.

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  • 10. 

    Pneum-

    Explanation
    The term "pneum-" is derived from the Greek word "pneuma" which means "lung." Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "lung" because "pneum-" is a prefix that is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the lungs or respiratory system.

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  • 11. 

    Labi-

  • 12. 

    Dors-

  • 13. 

    Phob-

    Explanation
    The root "phob-" is derived from the Greek word "phobos" which means fear. Therefore, the correct answer is fear.

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  • 14. 

    Later-

  • 15. 

    Mamm-

    Explanation
    The word "mamm-" is a prefix that refers to mammals, which are animals that have mammary glands and nurse their young with milk. The word "breast" is a noun that specifically refers to the front part of the torso in humans and other mammals, where the mammary glands are located. Therefore, "breast" is the correct answer as it directly relates to the prefix "mamm-".

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  • 16. 

    Therm-

    Explanation
    The prefix "therm-" is commonly used to refer to heat. Therefore, the correct answer is "heat."

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  • 17. 

    Pan-

    Explanation
    The prefix "pan-" means "all" or "entire". It is commonly used to indicate that something includes or involves all parts or aspects. Therefore, the correct answer "all" accurately represents the meaning of the prefix "pan-".

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  • 18. 

    Mal-

    Explanation
    The prefix "mal-" in this context means "bad" or "wrong". Therefore, the given answer "bad" is correct because it accurately reflects the meaning of the prefix "mal-".

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  • 19. 

    Somni-

    Explanation
    The given word "somni-" is a prefix that means "related to sleep". Therefore, the correct answer is "sleep", as it is the most appropriate word that matches the meaning of the prefix.

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  • 20. 

    Tri-

    Explanation
    The prefix "tri-" means "three."

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  • 21. 

    Eu-

  • 22. 

    Duct-

  • 23. 

    Gyn-

    Explanation
    The prefix "gyn-" is derived from the Greek word "gynē" which means "woman" or "female." Therefore, when we see the prefix "gyn-" in a word, it indicates a connection to or focus on females. In this case, the prefix "gyn-" is paired with the suffix "-" which doesn't provide any additional meaning. So, the correct answer is "female" because the prefix "gyn-" specifically relates to women or females.

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  • 24. 

    Pect-

  • 25. 

    Plak-

  • 26. 

    Calc-

  • 27. 

    Pre-

    Explanation
    The prefix "pre-" means "in front of" or "before."

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  • 28. 

    Pseud-

    Explanation
    The given answer "false" is correct because the word "pseud-" is a prefix that means false or fake. Therefore, the statement "pseud-" is false.

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  • 29. 

    -rrhe

  • 30. 

    Alveol-

    Explanation
    The word "alveol-" suggests a connection to alveoli, which are small air sacs in the lungs. The word "cavity" refers to a hollow space or hole. Therefore, it can be inferred that "alveol-cavity" refers to a hollow space or cavity in relation to alveoli.

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  • 31. 

    Iris

    Explanation
    The word "iris" is associated with the flower iris, which comes in a variety of colors. One of the most common and vibrant colors associated with the iris flower is purple. The word "rainbow" is also associated with a wide range of colors, including purple. Therefore, it can be inferred that the correct answer is "rainbow" because it encompasses the various colors of the iris flower.

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  • 32. 

    Phren-

    Explanation
    The word part "phren-" is derived from the Greek word "phrēn" which means "mind". Therefore, the correct answer is "mind".

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  • 33. 

    Pulmo-

    Explanation
    The term "pulmo-" is a prefix commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the lungs. Therefore, when we see "pulmo-", we can infer that it is related to the lungs. In this case, the answer "lung" is a correct interpretation of the given term.

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  • 34. 

    Oment-

    Explanation
    The word "covering" is the correct answer because it is the only option that makes sense in the given context. Without any further context or information, it is difficult to determine the exact meaning or purpose of the word "covering," but it can refer to something that is used to conceal or protect something else.

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  • 35. 

    Pariet-

    Explanation
    The word "pariet-" is a prefix that means "wall" or "enclosing structure". Therefore, when combined with the suffix "-wall", it forms the word "parietwall" which means "wall".

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  • 36. 

    Cut-

  • 37. 

    Micr-

    Explanation
    The prefix "micro-" means small. It is commonly used in scientific and technical terms to indicate something that is very small in size or scale. For example, microorganisms are tiny organisms that cannot be seen with the naked eye. Similarly, a microscope is a device used to magnify small objects. Therefore, the correct answer is "small."

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  • 38. 

    Gangli-

  • 39. 

    Mechano-

    Explanation
    The prefix "mechano-" refers to mechanical or relating to machines. Therefore, when combined with the word "machine", it forms the term "mechano-machine", which emphasizes the mechanical aspect of the machine.

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  • 40. 

    Dynam-

  • 41. 

    Post

    Explanation
    "After" is a preposition that indicates the time or sequence of events. In this context, it suggests that something will occur following the mentioned "post". Therefore, "after" is the appropriate word to use in this scenario.

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  • 42. 

    Lal-

  • 43. 

    Arter-

  • 44. 

    Appendic-

    Explanation
    The given incomplete word "appendic-" can be completed as "appendix" to form a correct word. The word "appendix" refers to a small tube-shaped sac attached to the large intestine, which has no known function in humans.

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  • 45. 

    Basi-

  • 46. 

    Lig-

  • 47. 

    Brachy-

    Explanation
    The prefix "brachy-" means short. This is evident from the given word "brachy-" being defined as "short". Therefore, the correct answer is "short".

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  • 48. 

    Capit-

    Explanation
    The word "capit-" is a prefix that means "head" or "chief." Therefore, the correct answer is "head," as it is the most closely related word to the given prefix.

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  • 49. 

    Ger-

    Explanation
    The given question is incomplete and not readable. It is not clear what is being asked or what information is being provided. Therefore, it is not possible to generate an explanation for the given answer.

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