Medical Terminology Prefix Quiz

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1. Arthro

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The word "Arthro" is a prefix derived from the Greek word "arthron" which means joint. Therefore, the correct answer is "joint".

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Medical Terminology Prefix Quiz - Quiz

This quiz tests knowledge of medical terminology prefixes, focusing on terms like ADENO for gland, Arthro for joint, and others, enhancing understanding of medical language.

2. Epi

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The correct answer is "Above or Upon" because the word "epi" is a prefix that means "on" or "upon." Cartilage is a type of connective tissue that is located above or upon other structures in the body. This answer is supported by the meaning of the prefix and the anatomical location of cartilage in relation to other tissues.

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3. Prefix meaning Slow

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4. ERYTHRO

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The word "ERYTHRO" is derived from the Greek word "erythros" which means red. Therefore, the correct answer is "Red".

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5. Prefix meaning Life

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The prefix "bio-" is derived from the Greek word "bios," which means life. Therefore, the prefix "bio-" is used to indicate something related to life or living organisms. In this context, "bio-" is the correct prefix meaning life.

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6. ADENO

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The word "ADENO" is a prefix that means "related to glands." Therefore, the correct answer is "gland."

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7. Prefix meaning Two

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The prefix "bi" means "two" in this context. It is commonly used in words such as "bicycle" (two wheels), "bilateral" (involving two sides), and "bilingual" (able to speak two languages). Therefore, the correct answer is "bi" because it represents the prefix meaning "two".

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8. Prefix meaning Defective and Difficult

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The prefix "dys" in medical terminology means "defective" or "difficult." It is commonly used to describe conditions or disorders that involve impairment or abnormality. For example, "dysfunctional" refers to something that is not functioning properly, while "dyslexia" is a learning disorder that makes it difficult for individuals to read and comprehend written language. Therefore, "dys" is the correct answer as it accurately represents the meaning of the prefix in the given context.

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9. Prefix meaning Heart

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The prefix "cardio-" refers to the heart. In medical terminology, this prefix is commonly used to indicate something related to the heart or cardiovascular system. Therefore, the correct answer in this case is "cardio," as it directly relates to the prefix meaning "heart."

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10. Prefix meaning Self

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The prefix "auto-" means self or automatic. It is commonly used in words like "automobile" (self-moving) and "autonomous" (self-governing). Therefore, the correct answer is "auto" because it is a prefix that carries the meaning of self.

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11. Prefix meaning To or Toward

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The prefix "ad-" in Latin means "to" or "toward". It is commonly used in English to indicate movement or direction towards something. For example, in words like "adhere" (to stick to), "advance" (to move forward), or "admit" (to allow entrance). Therefore, the correct answer is "Ad".

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12. Prefix meaning Above or Upon

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The prefix "epi" means "above" or "upon". It is commonly used in medical terms to indicate a location or position above or upon a specific structure or organ. For example, "epidermis" refers to the outermost layer of the skin, which is located above the dermis. Similarly, "epigastric" refers to the area above the stomach. Therefore, "epi" is the correct answer as it accurately represents the prefix meaning "above" or "upon".

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13. Which of the following prefixes means "bile"?

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The prefix "chole-" refers to bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver. It's used in medical terminology related to the bile ducts, gallbladder, and related structures. For example, "cholecystectomy" is the surgical removal of the gallbladder. Understanding this prefix helps in deciphering medical terms and conditions associated with the biliary system. Other prefixes like "hemo-" (blood) and "nephro-" (kidney) relate to different bodily functions.

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14. Prefix meaning Joint

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The prefix "arthro" is derived from the Greek word "arthron," which means joint. Therefore, "arthro" is the correct prefix meaning joint.

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15. Prefix meaning Red

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The prefix "erythro" is derived from the Greek word for "red". It is commonly used in medical and scientific terminology to indicate something related to the color red. Therefore, "erythro" is the correct answer as it directly translates to "red" and matches the given prefix meaning.

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16. Prefix meaning Away From

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The prefix "ab-" in this context means "away from." It is commonly used to indicate movement or direction away from a certain point or object. For example, "abnormal" means deviating from what is considered normal, "abduct" means to take someone away by force, and "absent" means not present or away from a particular place. Therefore, the correct answer "ab" aligns with the meaning of the prefix "away from."

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17. Prefix meaning Glandular

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The prefix "adeno" is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate something related to glands. Therefore, when referring to a term with the prefix "adeno" in it, it suggests that it is associated with glands. In this case, the prefix "adeno" indicates a meaning related to glands.

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18. The following Prefix mean
-EXO
-EXTRA
-ECTO

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The prefix "EXO-" means outside, and the prefixes "EXTRA-" and "ECTO-" also convey the same meaning. Therefore, the correct answer for the given question is "Outside."

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19. Prefix meaning inside

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The prefix "endo" means inside or within. It is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate something happening or located inside a particular organ or structure. Therefore, "endo" is the correct answer as it accurately represents the meaning of "inside" in the given context.

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20. Prefix meaning Intenstine

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The prefix "entero" is derived from the Greek word "enteron," which means intestine. Therefore, the correct answer is "entero" because it accurately represents the prefix meaning intestine.

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21. Prefix meaning Skull

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The prefix "cranio" refers to the skull. It is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate a relationship or association with the skull. Therefore, the correct answer is "cranio" because it accurately represents the prefix meaning "skull".

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22. Prefix meaning Sac

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The prefix "sac-" refers to a sac or pouch-like structure, while the word "cyst" refers to an abnormal fluid-filled sac or cavity in the body. Therefore, the correct answer for the given question is "cyst" because it aligns with the meaning of the prefix "sac-".

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23. Prefix meaning Color

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The prefix "chromo" is derived from the Greek word "chroma" which means color. Therefore, the word "chromo" is related to color.

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24. Prefix meaning Cartilage

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The prefix "Chondro" is derived from the Greek word "chondros" which means cartilage. In medical terminology, the prefix "Chondro-" is commonly used to indicate a relationship or association with cartilage. Therefore, the correct answer is "Chondro" because it accurately represents the prefix meaning cartilage.

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25. Prefix that means Around
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26. Prefix meaning Skin

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The prefix "derm" is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the skin. It is derived from the Greek word "derma," which means skin. Therefore, the prefix "derm" is the correct answer as it accurately represents the meaning of skin in medical terms.

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27. Prefix meaning Vessel

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The prefix "angio" is derived from the Greek word "angeion" meaning vessel. It is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to blood vessels or lymphatic vessels. Therefore, "angio" is the correct prefix that relates to the meaning of vessel.

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28. Prefix meaning Before

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The prefix "ante-" means "before" in Latin. It is used to indicate something that comes before or precedes something else. In this case, "ante" is the correct answer because it is the prefix that carries the meaning of "before".

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29. Prefix meaning Through

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30. Prefix meaning Both

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The prefix "ambi" is derived from the Latin word "amb-," which means "both" or "around." It is commonly used in English to indicate a sense of "both" or "ambiguous." Therefore, the correct answer, "Ambi," accurately represents the meaning of the prefix, indicating that it denotes "both" in this context.

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31. Prefix meaning Two or Twice

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The prefix "Di" means two or twice. It is commonly used in words to indicate a doubling or repetition of something. For example, "dipolar" means having two poles, "dichotomy" means a division into two parts, and "dioxide" refers to a compound containing two oxygen atoms. Therefore, "Di" is the correct answer as it accurately represents the prefix meaning "two" or "twice".

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32. Prefix meaning Arm

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The prefix "brach-" means arm.

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33. Prefix meaning On Both Sides

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The prefix "amphi" means "on both sides" or "around" in Greek. It is commonly used in scientific and technical terms to indicate something that is present or operates on both sides or around something. For example, "amphibious" refers to an organism that can live both on land and in water, and "amphitheater" refers to a round or oval-shaped theater with seating on all sides. Therefore, the correct answer is "Amphi" because it accurately represents the prefix meaning "on both sides".

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34. Prefix meaning Removal

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The prefix "De-" in this context means removal. This prefix is commonly used to indicate the reversal or undoing of an action or state. For example, "deactivate" means to remove or disable the activation of something, "defrost" means to remove the frost from something, and "decipher" means to remove the confusion or difficulty in understanding. Therefore, the correct answer "De" accurately represents the meaning of the prefix in relation to removal.

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35. Prefix meaning Absence or Removal

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The prefix "dis-" in this context indicates the meaning of absence or removal. It is commonly used to form words that suggest negation or opposite meaning. For example, "disappear" means to cease to be visible or present, indicating the absence of something. Similarly, "disengage" means to detach or remove oneself from a situation or connection. Therefore, "dis-" is the correct prefix that conveys the intended meaning of absence or removal.

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36. Prefix meaning Brain

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The word "encephalo" is a prefix meaning "brain". This prefix is derived from the Latin word "encephalo", which refers to the organ in the head that controls the body's functions and processes information. 

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37. Prefix meaning Clavicle

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The prefix "clavi-" refers to the clavicle, which is a bone that connects the shoulder to the chest. Therefore, the correct answer is clavi-.

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Arthro
Epi
Prefix meaning Slow
ERYTHRO
Prefix meaning Life
ADENO
Prefix meaning Two
Prefix meaning Defective and Difficult
Prefix meaning Heart
Prefix meaning Self
Prefix meaning To or Toward
Prefix meaning Above or Upon
Which of the following prefixes means "bile"?
Prefix meaning Joint
Prefix meaning Red
Prefix meaning Away From
Prefix meaning Glandular
The following Prefix mean-EXO-EXTRA-ECTO
Prefix meaning inside
Prefix meaning Intenstine
Prefix meaning Skull
Prefix meaning Sac
Prefix meaning Color
Prefix meaning Cartilage
Prefix that means Around
Prefix meaning Skin
Prefix meaning Vessel
Prefix meaning Before
Prefix meaning Through
Prefix meaning Both
Prefix meaning Two or Twice
Prefix meaning Arm
Prefix meaning On Both Sides
Prefix meaning Removal
Prefix meaning Absence or Removal
Prefix meaning Brain
Prefix meaning Clavicle
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