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Which of the following is NOT a correct plural form based on the English rules for forming plurals mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a correct plural form based on the English rules for forming plurals mentioned in the text?
What is the correct plural form of the word 'phalanx' based on the text?
What is the correct plural form of the word 'phalanx' based on the text?
Which rule should be applied to pluralize the word 'corpus' correctly?
Which rule should be applied to pluralize the word 'corpus' correctly?
What is the correct plural form of 'carcinoma' based on the information provided in the text?
What is the correct plural form of 'carcinoma' based on the information provided in the text?
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What is the main purpose of a prefix in a medical term?
What is the main purpose of a prefix in a medical term?
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In the term 'hyperthyroidism', what does 'thyroid' represent?
In the term 'hyperthyroidism', what does 'thyroid' represent?
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According to English rules for forming plurals, what is the correct plural form of 'axilla'?
According to English rules for forming plurals, what is the correct plural form of 'axilla'?
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Which term represents a painless test that measures the heart's electrical activity?
Which term represents a painless test that measures the heart's electrical activity?
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Which rule states that when an abbreviation is expressed in lowercase, an ‘s (with apostrophe) is added to pluralize it?
Which rule states that when an abbreviation is expressed in lowercase, an ‘s (with apostrophe) is added to pluralize it?
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What is the correct way to pluralize 'rbc' according to the English rules for forming plurals?
What is the correct way to pluralize 'rbc' according to the English rules for forming plurals?
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Which letter(s) combination has a pronunciation of 'k' as opposed to its usual sound?
Which letter(s) combination has a pronunciation of 'k' as opposed to its usual sound?
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What does the prefix 'AN-, A-' signify?
What does the prefix 'AN-, A-' signify?
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Which prefix means 'forward' or 'before'?
Which prefix means 'forward' or 'before'?
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In which country or region may the word 'Gynecology' be pronounced as jin-e-KOL-o-je?
In which country or region may the word 'Gynecology' be pronounced as jin-e-KOL-o-je?
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Study Notes
Plural Forms in English
- Incorrect plural forms often stem from misunderstanding standard rules for conversion.
- 'Phalanx' pluralizes to 'phalanges' in line with Latin-derived pluralization rules.
- 'Corpus' requires the rule of changing 'us' to 'i' for correct pluralization, resulting in 'corpora'.
- The plural of 'carcinoma' is 'carcinomata', following the same Latin pluralization pattern.
Prefixes in Medical Terminology
- A prefix in a medical term alters the meaning of the base word, providing context or specifics.
- In 'hyperthyroidism', the term 'thyroid' indicates the gland affected by the condition.
Forming Plurals for Abbreviations and Specific Terms
- 'Axilla' pluralizes to 'axillae' using the Latin pluralization rule for words ending in 'a'.
- The abbreviation 'rbc' becomes 'rbcs', indicating that lowercase abbreviations require an added 's' to denote plurality.
- The combination 'ch' can be pronounced as 'k', contrasting with its typical pronunciation.
Medical Term Definitions and Usage
- A painless test measuring the heart's electrical activity is known as an ECG (electrocardiogram).
- The prefix 'AN-, A-' signifies absence or lack of something in medical terms.
- The prefix meaning 'forward' or 'before' is 'ante-'.
Pronunciation Variations
- 'Gynecology' may be pronounced as "jin-e-KOL-o-je" in certain regional dialects or countries.
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This quiz tests your knowledge on changing the singular form of medical terms to their plural forms. It covers various rules such as changing 'um' ending to 'a', 'us' ending to 'i', 'is' ending to 'es', and more.
