Root Word: Scope Flashcards
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What is a Telescope?

  • A device for examining small objects
  • An instrument for underwater observation
  • A device to see things that are far away (correct)
  • A tool for diagnosing medical conditions

    • What does a Microscope do?

  • A device for astronomical observations
  • Makes small objects appear larger (correct)
  • Used for listening to internal body sounds
  • Allows viewing of distant objects

    • What is a Periscope used for?

  • To examine internal body sounds
  • To observe underwater without being seen (correct)
  • To predict astrological events
  • To view the stars

    • What does a Horoscope represent?

    <p>A cosmic diagram for predicting life events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an Arthroscope?

    <p>A device for examining the interior of a joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term Microscopic mean?

    <p>Not visible without a microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Stethoscope used for?

    <p>Listening to heart and lung sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a Kaleidoscope show?

    <p>Patterns formed by colored glass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of Scope?

    <p>The range or extent of something, or an instrument for viewing or examining.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Telescopic mean?

    <p>Making distant objects appear closer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Telescope: A long tube device used to observe distant objects; essential for astronomy.
    • Microscope: Enables magnification of small objects to make them visible; crucial in biology and material science.
    • Periscope: Utilized in submarines, this instrument uses lenses and mirrors to provide a view when direct sight is obstructed.
    • Arthroscope: A fiber-optic tool for examining joint interiors; commonly used in minimally invasive surgeries.
    • Stethoscope: A key medical instrument for auscultation, allowing healthcare providers to hear internal body sounds.
    • Kaleidoscope: An apparatus containing colored glass pieces and mirrors that create dynamic and colorful patterns when rotated.

    Additional Terminology

    • Horoscope: A diagram representing celestial positions, used by astrologers for predictions regarding a person's life events.
    • Microscopic: Describes objects too small to be seen without magnification; fundamental in understanding cellular structures.
    • Scope: Refers broadly to the extent or range of something, as well as any viewing or examining instrument.
    • Telescopic: An adjective describing the ability of an object or device to magnify distant objects, enhancing sight and perception.

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    Explore the meanings of words derived from the root 'scope' with these flashcards. This quiz includes definitions for terms like telescope, microscope, and periscope, helping you understand their applications in science and observation. Test your knowledge and enhance your vocabulary!

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