What is the root word of hypertension?
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The question is asking for the root word of the term 'hypertension,' which involves breaking down its components to identify the basic or original part of the word.
Answer
tension
The root word of hypertension is 'tension,' which refers to pressure.
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The root word of hypertension is 'tension,' which refers to pressure.
More Information
The condition 'hypertension' combines the prefix 'hyper-' meaning high or over, and the root 'tension' meaning pressure.
Sources
- Medical Terminology - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Hypertension. The prefix 'hyper-', the root word 'tension' - homework.study.com
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