Mid Term Medical Terminology Quiz
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This quiz is 100 questions from the first eight lessons of Dean Vaughn series.
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Micro means
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Small
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Large
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To cook
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Chest
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A. SmallExplanation
Micro is a prefix that means small. It is derived from the Greek word "mikros," which translates to small. In various fields, such as science and technology, micro is commonly used to indicate something that is on a small scale or at a microscopic level. For example, microorganisms are tiny organisms that can only be seen under a microscope. Therefore, the correct answer is small.Rate this question:
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Pre means
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After
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Before
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Alike
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Behind
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A. BeforeExplanation
The word "pre" means "before." It is used to indicate that something occurs or exists before another event or time. In this context, "pre" is the opposite of "after" and signifies that something happens earlier in time or comes before something else in a sequence.Rate this question:
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Phobia means
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Fear
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To fear illness
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Scary
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Sacred
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A. FearExplanation
The correct answer is "Fear". Phobia refers to an extreme or irrational fear of a specific object, situation, or activity. It is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by intense and persistent fear that is excessive and unreasonable. The other options mentioned, such as "to fear illness", "scary", and "sacred", do not accurately define phobia.Rate this question:
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Hydro
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WaterExplanation
The word "hydro" is a prefix derived from the Greek word "hydor," which means water. Therefore, "hydro" is directly related to water.Rate this question:
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Anti means
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Against the wall
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Again
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Against
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Seperate
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A. AgainstExplanation
The prefix "anti-" means against or opposing something. It is commonly used to indicate opposition or resistance to a particular thing or concept.Rate this question:
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Bi means
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Alike
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Taste
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Twice, two
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Top
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A. Twice, twoExplanation
The prefix "bi-" means "twice" or "two." This is evident in words like "bicycle" (a vehicle with two wheels) and "bilingual" (someone who speaks two languages). Therefore, the correct answer is "Twice, two."Rate this question:
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Hepat
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LiverExplanation
The word "Hepat" is a misspelling of the word "Hepatic," which refers to anything related to the liver. Therefore, the correct answer is "Liver."Rate this question:
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Itis means
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Inflamed
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Inflammation
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Swollen up
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A. InflammationExplanation
The correct answer is "Inflammation." The word "itis" is a suffix used in medical terminology to indicate inflammation of a particular body part or organ. In this context, "itis" refers to the condition of being inflamed or experiencing inflammation. Inflammation is a biological response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, swelling, heat, and pain in the affected area. Therefore, "itis" can be understood as a shorthand way of indicating the presence of inflammation.Rate this question:
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Ocul
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EyeExplanation
The word "ocul" is derived from the Latin word "oculus" which means "eye". Therefore, the correct answer is "eye".Rate this question:
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Dent
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TeethExplanation
Dent is a term that refers to a medical professional who specializes in dental care, while teeth are the hard, calcified structures found in the mouth that are used for biting and chewing food. Since dentists work specifically with teeth, it can be inferred that teeth is the correct answer in this context.Rate this question:
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Lact
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Milk - 13.
Rhin means
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Nose repair
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Rate
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Nose
Correct Answer
A. NoseExplanation
The word "Rhin" is commonly used as a prefix in medical terms to refer to the nose. Therefore, the correct answer is "Nose".Rate this question:
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Psych means
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Mind
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Crazy
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Against
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A. MindExplanation
The term "psych" is derived from the Greek word "psyche," which refers to the mind or soul. It is commonly used as a prefix in various words related to psychology or the study of the mind. In this context, "psych" means "mind," indicating that it is associated with mental processes or activities.Rate this question:
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Ost means
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Large bones
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Bone
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Fat
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Stone
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A. BoneExplanation
Ost is a Latin root word that means "bone." It is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to bones or bone-related structures. For example, osteoporosis refers to a condition characterized by weak and brittle bones. Therefore, the correct answer is "Bone."Rate this question:
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Auto
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Semi means
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Side
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Safe
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Around
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Half
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A. HalfExplanation
The word "semi" is a prefix that means "half" or "partially." It is often used to indicate that something is only partially or halfway complete, or that it only represents a portion of the whole. In this context, "semi" means "half," suggesting that the correct answer is "Half."Rate this question:
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Brady means
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To walk
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To break
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Stoppage
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Slow
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A. SlowExplanation
The word "Brady" means "slow" in this context. It is not related to walking or breaking, but rather refers to a state of stoppage or slowness.Rate this question:
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Mast
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Breast - 20.
Melan
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Black - 21.
Cyt means
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Cell
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To Look
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Observation
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Cyst
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A. CellExplanation
The correct answer is "Cell." The term "cyt" is a prefix derived from the Greek word "kytos," which means "cell." This prefix is commonly used in medical and biological terminology to refer to various aspects related to cells, such as cytology (the study of cells), cytoplasm (the substance inside cells), and cytokinesis (the process of cell division). Therefore, "cell" is the most appropriate and accurate interpretation of the term "cyt."Rate this question:
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Path means
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Narrow walkway
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Narrow contraction
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Surgical correction
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Disease
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A. DiseaseExplanation
The given options for "path" are "narrow walkway," "narrow contraction," "surgical correction," and "disease." Among these options, "disease" is the most appropriate and commonly understood meaning of the word "path." A path is typically associated with a route or course taken by something, and in the context of the given options, "disease" is the only option that aligns with this meaning.Rate this question:
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Post means
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To stand
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Stand behind
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After, behind
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Slow
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A. After, behindExplanation
The word "post" can have multiple meanings depending on the context. In this case, "post" means "after" or "behind." It implies a position or location that is situated after or behind something else. This could refer to a physical location or a figurative position in a sequence or hierarchy. The word "post" can also mean "to stand" or "stand behind," but in this context, the correct meaning is "after, behind."Rate this question:
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Lith means Lather
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True
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False
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A. FalseExplanation
The statement "Lith means Lather" is false. The word "lith" does not mean lather.Rate this question:
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Ologist
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specialist - 26.
Cyan means
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White
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Black
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Blue
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Sign
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A. BlueExplanation
Cyan is a color that falls between green and blue on the color spectrum. However, in the given options, the word "Cyan" is followed by the word "means", suggesting that we are looking for the definition or interpretation of the word "Cyan". Out of the given options, "Blue" is the closest match as it is a color that is similar to cyan. Therefore, "Blue" can be considered as the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Oma means
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Swelling
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Tumor
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Cancerous
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Slightly enlarged
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A. TumorExplanation
The word "oma" is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to tumors or abnormal growths. It can be used to describe both benign and malignant tumors. Therefore, the correct answer is "tumor".Rate this question:
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Hem means
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Angle
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Red
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Blood Condition
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Blood
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A. BloodExplanation
In the given options, "Hem" does not match with any of the other options like angle, red, blood condition. However, "Hem" is a commonly used prefix that refers to blood. Therefore, the correct answer is "Blood".Rate this question:
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Gloss
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Tongue - 30.
Spasm means
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Contract
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Involuntary contraction
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Trace
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A. Involuntary contractionExplanation
Spasm is defined as an involuntary contraction of a muscle or group of muscles. This can cause a sudden and temporary tightening or twitching of the affected muscles. The term "involuntary contraction" accurately describes the nature of a spasm, as it emphasizes that the muscle contraction occurs without conscious control or intention. The other options, such as "contract" and "trace," do not fully capture the involuntary aspect of a spasm and therefore are not as accurate as "involuntary contraction" as a definition.Rate this question:
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Phon
Correct Answer
Voice
SoundExplanation
The answer is "Voice, Sound" because both voice and sound are related to the concept of phonetics. Phonetics is the study of the physical sounds of human speech, including the production and perception of these sounds. Voice refers to the sound produced by the vocal cords, while sound refers to any auditory sensation. Both voice and sound are important aspects of phonetics and are closely related to the study of phonemes and phonology.Rate this question:
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Cost
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Rib - 33.
Trans
Correct Answer
Through
AcrossExplanation
The correct answer is "Through, Across." This suggests that both "through" and "across" are correct options for completing the sentence. The word "trans" at the beginning of the question implies that the sentence is likely related to movement or crossing from one side to another. Therefore, both "through" and "across" can be used interchangeably to convey the idea of moving from one side to the other.Rate this question:
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Myring
Correct Answer
EardrumExplanation
The correct answer is "Eardrum." The term "myring" is likely a misspelling or incomplete word, as it does not have a clear meaning in relation to the context of the question. However, "eardrum" refers to the thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear. It plays a crucial role in transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear, allowing us to hear.Rate this question:
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Nephr means
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Liver
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Stomach
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Kidney
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Spleen
Correct Answer
A. KidneyExplanation
The correct answer is Kidney. "Nephr" is a combining form that is derived from the Greek word "nephros," which specifically refers to the kidney. This is evident in medical terminology such as nephrology (the study of kidneys) and nephritis (inflammation of the kidneys). Therefore, "nephr" is associated with the kidney rather than the liver, stomach, or spleen.Rate this question:
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Peri refers to around an object
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is correct. The term "peri-" is a prefix that means "around" or "surrounding". Therefore, when referring to an object, "peri" indicates that something is located or happening around it.Rate this question:
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Gingiv
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Gums - 38.
Algia means
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Fungus
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Stop Break
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Pain
Correct Answer
A. PainExplanation
Algia is a medical term that is used to describe pain. It is derived from the Greek word "algos" which means pain. Therefore, the correct answer is pain.Rate this question:
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Lip means
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Soft
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Loose skin
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Fat
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Red
Correct Answer
A. FatExplanation
The term "lip" refers to a layer of fat underneath the skin. It is commonly used to describe the fatty tissue found in various parts of the body, such as the lips themselves or other areas like the hips or buttocks. In this context, "lip" is synonymous with "fat" and represents the correct answer choice.Rate this question:
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Or
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Mouth - 41.
Semen
Correct Answer
SeedExplanation
Semen and seed are both related to reproduction and the process of fertilization. However, the term "seed" is more commonly used to refer to the mature fertilized ovule of a plant, which contains the embryo and is capable of developing into a new plant. On the other hand, "semen" refers to the fluid containing sperm cells that is ejaculated by males during sexual reproduction. While both terms are related to reproduction, "seed" is the more appropriate and specific term in this context.Rate this question:
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Gravid means
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PregnantExplanation
Gravid is a term used in medical and biological contexts to describe the state of being pregnant. It specifically refers to the condition of a female animal or human carrying developing offspring within her body. Therefore, the correct answer is "pregnant."Rate this question:
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Sub means
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Under the top
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Below the skin
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Under
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Water
Correct Answer
A. UnderExplanation
The correct answer is "under". The word "sub" is a prefix that means "under" or "below". In this context, it suggests that something is located beneath or underneath something else.Rate this question:
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Rug
Correct Answer
Wrinkle
FoldExplanation
The correct answer is "Wrinkle, Fold" because both terms are related to the concept of a rug. A wrinkle refers to a crease or unevenness in the rug's surface, while a fold indicates that the rug has been intentionally folded over itself. Both terms describe different ways in which the rug's shape or appearance may be altered.Rate this question:
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Chol
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Bile - 46.
Scope means
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To see
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To see small objects
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Small
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To look or observe
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Plasty means
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To repair
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Correction
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Surgical Repair
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Puncture
Correct Answer
A. Surgical RepairExplanation
Plasty refers to surgical repair, which involves the correction or restoration of a damaged or injured body part through surgical intervention. This procedure aims to improve the function and appearance of the affected area. It may involve various techniques such as grafting, suturing, or reshaping of tissues. Therefore, the correct answer is Surgical Repair.Rate this question:
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Gen means origional production
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer is true because "gen" is an abbreviation for "generation" and in this context, it refers to the original production or the first version of something. Therefore, "gen" does mean original production.Rate this question:
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Centesis
Correct Answer
PunctureExplanation
Centesis is a medical procedure that involves the puncture of a body cavity or organ to remove fluid or tissue. This answer is correct because "puncture" accurately describes the action of making a small hole or opening in a body part during a centesis procedure.Rate this question:
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