Hydr/o Vocabulary Flashcards
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Hydr/o Vocabulary Flashcards

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What does Hydr/o refer to?

  • earth
  • air
  • fire
  • water (correct)
  • What does it mean to hydrate?

    to absorb water

    What does it mean to dehydrate?

    a lack of water

    What is a hydrant?

    <p>pipe from a water main</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hydraulic mean?

    <p>operated by a water main</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hydrogen?

    <p>a colorless, odorless, tasteless, gaseous element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hydroelectric mean?

    <p>energy from water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hydrotherapy?

    <p>the use of water in the treatment of disease and abnormal physical conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a hydrometer measure?

    <p>the density of liquids (humidity)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hydrophobia?

    <p>fear of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hydrosphere?

    <p>the water on the surface of the earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Hydr/o: Root word meaning "water", used in various scientific and medical terms.
    • Hydrate: Process of absorbing water, essential for hydration in living organisms.
    • Dehydrate: Condition characterized by a lack of water, leading to potential health issues.

    Infrastructure and Technology

    • Hydrant: A pipe connected to a water main; essential for firefighting and water supply systems.
    • Hydraulic: Systems or machinery that operate using the pressure of water; commonly used in engineering.
    • Hydrometer: Instrument used to measure the density of liquids, often used to assess humidity levels or liquid concentration.

    Elements and Energy

    • Hydrogen: A fundamental gaseous element, known for being colorless, odorless, and tasteless; key component in water (H2O).
    • Hydroelectric: Energy derived from water, harnessed through turbines and generators in dams, providing a renewable power source.

    Health and Environment

    • Hydrotherapy: Therapeutic use of water to treat diseases or physical ailments; incorporates techniques like baths, wraps, and exercises.
    • Hydrophobia: An intense fear of water, often associated with certain phobias or conditions like rabies.
    • Hydrosphere: Refers to all water present on Earth's surface, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and ice; critical for life and climate systems.

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    Test your knowledge of terms related to 'hydr/o' in this vocabulary flashcard quiz. You'll learn definitions of various water-related words, such as hydrate, dehydrate, and hydraulic. Perfect for students and enthusiasts looking to enhance their understanding of water concepts.

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