Questions and Answers
What does the term cost/o refer to?
What does crani/o mean?
cranium (skull)
What does the term crista refer to?
ridge
What does -cyte denote?
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What does -desis mean?
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What does dextr/o signify?
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What is the meaning of disk in anatomical terms?
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What does -ectomy refer to?
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What does femor/o represent?
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What does fibul/o mean?
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What does -gen signify in medical terminology?
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What does -graphy pertain to?
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What does hemat/o refer to?
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What does humer/o denote?
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What does hy/o mean?
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What does -ic signify?
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What does ili/o refer to?
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Study Notes
Anatomical Terms Flashcards
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cost/o: Refers to ribs, essential in understanding the structure of the thoracic cavity.
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crani/o: Pertains to the cranium or skull, vital for protecting the brain and supporting facial structure.
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crista: Denotes a ridge, often found in various anatomical contexts such as bones or organs.
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-cyte: A suffix meaning 'cell', used in various biological terms to denote different types of cells.
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-desis: Indicates a surgical union or fixation, commonly used in orthopedic procedures.
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dextr/o: Refers to the right side, important in anatomical orientation and descriptions.
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disk: A pad of cartilage found between vertebrae, crucial for spinal health and mobility.
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-ectomy: A suffix meaning excision or removal, used in medical terminologies for surgical procedures.
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femor/o: Refers to the femur or thigh bone, a key component of the leg's skeletal structure.
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fibul/o: Pertains to the fibula, the smaller bone of the lower leg, significant for stability and movement.
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-gen: Means producing, often describing substances or agents that promote growth or development.
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-graphy: Refers to the process of producing a picture, significant in imaging techniques like X-rays.
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hemat/o: Relates to blood, an essential fluid in the body, carrying nutrients and oxygen.
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humer/o: Pertains to the humerus, the bone of the upper arm, crucial for arm mobility and strength.
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hy/o: Indicates a U-shaped structure, often referred to in anatomical and physiological contexts.
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-ic: A suffix meaning pertaining to, commonly used to describe conditions or processes in medicine.
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ili/o: Refers to the ilium, the largest part of the hip bone, important in the pelvis structure.
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inter: Means between, frequently used in anatomical terms to describe positions relative to other structures.
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ischi/o: Pertains to the ischium, a key bone of the pelvis that supports the body's weight while sitting.
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Test your knowledge of anatomical terminology with these flashcards. Each card presents a term and its definition, covering essential components such as bones, cells, and anatomical directions. Perfect for students in health sciences or anatomy courses.
