-ology/-ologist Words Flashcards
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What does the suffix '-ology' mean?

  • Poison
  • Specialist
  • Life
  • The study of (correct)
  • What does the suffix '-ologist' indicate?

  • Specialist (correct)
  • The study of
  • Weather
  • Mind
  • What does the prefix 'bio' mean?

    Life

    What is the meaning of the prefix 'physio'?

    <p>Physical or relating to nature and living things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'physiology' study?

    <p>How the body and its parts work or function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a physiologist do?

    <p>Studies the workings of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'meteor' refer to?

    <p>Things in the sky or heavens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'meteorology' the study of?

    <p>Weather</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who studies weather?

    <p>Meteorologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'psych' mean?

    <p>The mind or mental activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'psychology' study?

    <p>Mind and behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a psychologist?

    <p>Scientist who studies the mind and behavior of humans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'audio' refer to?

    <p>Sound or hearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'audiology' entail?

    <p>Study of hearing disorders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who specializes in hearing?

    <p>Audiologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'socio' mean?

    <p>Society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'sociology' the study of?

    <p>Human society and human relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a sociologist do?

    <p>Studies human societies and how humans interact in groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'onco' refer to?

    <p>Mass or tumor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'oncology' study?

    <p>Tumors (cancer)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who studies tumors (cancer)?

    <p>Oncologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'tox' mean?

    <p>Poison</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'toxicology' the study of?

    <p>Poisonous substances and their effects upon body parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is a toxicologist?

    <p>Specialist in the study of poisons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Suffix and Prefix Definitions

    • -ology: A suffix that signifies "the study of."
    • -ologist: A suffix meaning "specialist" or "one who studies the topic of."

    Biological Sciences

    • bio: A prefix meaning life.
    • physio: A prefix relating to physical aspects or natural living processes.
    • physiology: Focuses on how the body and its systems function.
    • physiologist: A specialist who investigates bodily functions.

    Meteorological Study

    • meteor: A prefix denoting celestial phenomena.
    • meteorology: The scientific study of weather patterns and conditions.
    • meteorologist: A scientist dedicated to researching and forecasting weather.

    Psychological Disciplines

    • psych: A prefix pertaining to the mind and mental processes.
    • psychology: Examines the mind's workings and human behavior.
    • psychologist: A professional who studies mental processes and behavior.

    Auditory Studies

    • audio: A prefix related to sound and hearing.
    • audiology: The branch focused on hearing disorders and their treatments.
    • audiologist: A specialist in auditory issues and hearing health.

    Sociological Insights

    • socio: A prefix that refers to society and social interactions.
    • sociology: The study of human societies and the complexities of relationships within them.
    • sociologist: A researcher who analyzes societal interactions and group dynamics.

    Oncology Research

    • onco: A prefix that indicates mass or tumor.
    • oncology: The field dedicated to the study and treatment of tumors, primarily cancer.
    • oncologist: A professional focused on investigating and treating cancerous growths.

    Toxicological Studies

    • tox: A prefix related to poison and toxic substances.
    • toxicology: The study of poisonous materials and their impact on biological systems.
    • toxicologist: An expert in assessing the effects and risks associated with poisons.

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