Medical Prefixes And Suffixes A-h (Fill In The Blank)

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medical prefixes and suffixes a-e lesson 6


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  • 1. 

    A,an

  • 2. 

    Ab

  • 3. 

    Ad

  • 4. 

    Algia

    Explanation
    The word "algia" is a medical suffix that is commonly used to denote pain. Therefore, the correct answer is "pain."

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  • 5. 

    Ante

    Explanation
    The word "before" is a synonym for "ante." It means to happen or exist earlier in time or in a sequence of events.

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  • 6. 

    Anti

    Explanation
    The word "anti" is a prefix that is commonly used to indicate opposition or being against something. It is used to express a contrary or opposite meaning. In this context, "anti" means "against." It is used to show a contrasting or opposing position or action. It is used to indicate a preference for something different or instead of something else. Therefore, the correct answer is "against, instead of."

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  • 7. 

    Bi

    Explanation
    The word "bi" is a prefix that means "two" or "double." This prefix is commonly used in words like "bicycle" (two wheels) or "bilingual" (speaking two languages). Therefore, the correct answer is "two, double."

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  • 8. 

    Brady

  • 9. 

    Circum

    Explanation
    The word "circum" means "around" in Latin. It is used as a prefix in English to indicate something happening around or surrounding a particular object or concept. For example, "circumference" refers to the distance around the outer edge of a circle. Similarly, "circumnavigate" means to travel all the way around the world. Therefore, the correct answer "around" accurately reflects the meaning of the word "circum".

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  • 10. 

    Co,con

    Explanation
    The prefix "co-" or "con-" means "together" or "with." It is used to indicate joint action, partnership, or collaboration. In this context, "together" is the correct answer because it accurately represents the meaning of the prefix.

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  • 11. 

    De

    Explanation
    The word "de" in Spanish is used to indicate movement or direction "down" or "away from" a certain place or object. It is a preposition that is commonly used to express the idea of motion or separation.

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  • 12. 

    Desis

  • 13. 

    Dia

  • 14. 

    Dys

    Explanation
    The term "dys" is a prefix that is commonly used to indicate difficulty or abnormality. In this context, "dys" is used to describe something that is difficult or abnormal. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "difficult, abnormal".

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  • 15. 

    Ecto

  • 16. 

    Ectomy

    Explanation
    The term "ectomy" is a suffix that refers to the surgical removal or excision of a specific organ or tissue. In this case, "excision" is the correct answer as it directly relates to the meaning of "ectomy." Excision is the act of cutting out or removing a part of the body, usually a tumor, cyst, or diseased tissue, through surgical means. Therefore, "excision" aligns perfectly with the concept of "ectomy" as a suffix denoting surgical removal.

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  • 17. 

    Endo

  • 18. 

    Epi

    Explanation
    The given answer "outer, on top of, over" describes the meaning of the term "epi." It suggests that "epi" refers to something that is located on the outer surface or on top of something else. It can also imply a sense of being over or above something.

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  • 19. 

    Exo

  • 20. 

    Extra

  • 21. 

    Ferro

    Explanation
    The word "ferro" is a Latin root word that means "iron." Therefore, the correct answer is "iron."

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  • 22. 

    Fore

  • 23. 

    Form

    Explanation
    The word "form" refers to the structure or arrangement of something, while the word "shape" refers to the physical appearance or outline of something. In this context, "shape" is a more appropriate term to describe the physical characteristics of an object or entity.

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  • 24. 

    Graphy

  • 25. 

    Hemi

    Explanation
    The given answer "half" is the correct answer because it is a synonym for the word "hemi." Both "hemi" and "half" refer to the concept of dividing something into two equal parts. Therefore, "half" is the appropriate word to use in this context.

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  • 26. 

    Hydra, hydro

    Explanation
    The words "hydra" and "hydro" are both derived from the Greek word "hudōr" which means water. "Hydra" refers to a mythical creature that was said to have many heads and live in water, while "hydro" is a prefix used in scientific terms related to water, such as "hydrology" (the study of water) or "hydroelectric" (related to the generation of electricity using water). Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "water".

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  • 27. 

    Hyper

    Explanation
    The word "hyper" means excessive or overactive. The word "above" means at a higher position or level. In this context, "above" can be seen as a synonym for "hyper" because it implies being at a higher or excessive level. Therefore, "above" is the correct answer.

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  • 28. 

    Hypo

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