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In the term retrolental, the prefix retro- means:
 
  A) before.
  B) retina.
  C) front.
  D) behind.

Question 2

In the term phacoemulsification, the combining form phac/o means:
 
  A) pupil.
  B) iris.
  C) lens.
  D) sclera.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: D) Correct. The prefix retro- means behind.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: C) Correct. The combining form phac/o means lens.


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