11 Questions
Which word part is found at the end of a word and changes its meaning?
Suffix
When combining a combining form with a suffix that begins with a consonant, what do you keep?
Combining form vowel
Which language rule states that a prefix goes at the beginning of the word and no combining form vowel is used?
Prefix rule
What is the meaning of the prefix 'brady-'?
Slow
Which directional term describes a position below or lower than another part of the body?
Inferior
What is the meaning of the suffix '-centesis'?
Surgical puncture to remove fluid
Which term describes the smallest independently functioning unit of a living organism?
Cell
What is the meaning of the prefix 'hyper-'?
Excessive
What does the suffix '-plasty' refer to?
Surgical reconstruction
Which term describes a group of organs that work together to perform major functions or meet the body's physiological needs?
Organ System
'Anemia' is most directly associated with which prefix?
-an-→without; lacking
Test your knowledge of word parts like prefixes, suffixes, word roots, and combining forms in medical terminology, as well as the language rules for building medical terms. Learn about the meanings and usage of these essential components.
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