Med Terms - Major Body Structures

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Costo
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Cranio

Explanation
The term "cranio" is a prefix that refers to the skull. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "skull", as it is the term that directly corresponds to "cranio".

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Hemat/o and-emia

Explanation
The word parts "Hemat/o" and "-emia" both relate to the concept of blood. "Hemat/o" specifically refers to blood, while "-emia" indicates a condition or presence of a substance in the blood. Therefore, when combined, "Hemat/o" and "-emia" create the term "hematemia," which means the presence of blood in the urine. In this case, the correct answer is "blood" because it accurately represents the meaning of the word parts.

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Arthro-

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The prefix "arthro-" refers to the concept of joint. This can be seen in various medical terms such as arthritis (inflammation of the joints) and arthroscopy (a procedure to examine and treat joint problems). Therefore, the correct answer to the given question is "Joint".

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Oto-
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Enter/o

Explanation
The term "enter/o" refers to the small intestine. The small intestine is a part of the digestive system where the majority of nutrient absorption takes place. It is responsible for further breaking down food particles and absorbing nutrients into the bloodstream. Therefore, it is the correct answer for the given term.

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Cephalo-

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The prefix "cephalo-" is derived from the Greek word for "head." Therefore, when we see the term "cephalo-" in a medical or anatomical context, it is indicating that it relates to the head. In this case, the correct answer is "head," as it directly corresponds to the meaning of the prefix.

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Nephro and reno

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The terms "nephro" and "reno" are both prefixes that refer to the kidney. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "Kidney".

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Derm/o

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The term "derm/o" is a combining form that refers to the skin. It is commonly used in medical terminology to describe conditions, procedures, and anatomical structures related to the skin. Therefore, the correct answer is "Skin" as it accurately represents the meaning of the term "derm/o".

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Med Terms - Major Body Structures

Costo

Cranio

Hemat/o and-emia

Arthro-

Oto-

Enter/o

Cephalo-

Nephro and reno

Derm/o