Root Word: Derm Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a pachyderm?

A medical specialist

A skin condition

A type of marine invertebrate

Any thick-skinned animal such as the elephant or rhinoceros (correct)

What is dermatitis?

Inflammation of the skin

What is taxidermy?

The art of preparing and preserving the skins of animals to mount them in a lifelike form

What does a dermatologist specialize in?

The treatment of skin Signup and view all the answers

What is dermatology?

The study of medicine that deals with the skin and its diseases Signup and view all the answers

What are echinoderms?

Marine invertebrates with tube feet and radially symmetrical bodies Signup and view all the answers

What does subdermal mean?

Located or placed beneath the skin Signup and view all the answers

What does intradermal refer to?

Within or between the layers of the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is an exoderm?

The outer germ layer that develops into skin Signup and view all the answers

What is a hypodermic injection?

Introduction of medicine or drugs under the skin Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pachyderm: Refers to any thick-skinned animal, notably including the elephant and rhinoceros.
Dermatitis: Indicates skin inflammation, commonly associated with various skin conditions and irritants.
Taxidermy: The artistic process of preparing and preserving animal skins to create lifelike mounted forms.
Dermatology: A specialized branch of medicine focusing on skin health, conditions, and diseases.
Echinoderm: A classification of marine invertebrates characterized by radially symmetrical bodies and tube feet; examples include starfish and sea urchins.
Subdermal: An adjective describing something situated beneath the skin, often referencing layers involved in medical procedures.
Intradermal: Pertains to the area within or between the layers of the skin, usually relevant in medical contexts like injections.
Exoderm: Refers to the outer germ layer in embryonic development which ultimately forms the skin.
Dermatologist: A medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating skin-related issues, offering specialized care.
Hypodermic: Describes methods or tools used to introduce medicine or drugs beneath the skin, commonly associated with injections.

Description

Explore the world of the root word 'derm' with these flashcards designed to enhance your vocabulary. Each card includes a word related to skin and its definitions, aiding in your understanding of dermatological terms. Ideal for students studying biology or medical terminology.