This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: The combining form somat/o in somatotropin means: A) turn. B) chemical. C) body. D) ... (Read 183 times)

EY67

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
on: Jun 26, 2018
The combining form somat/o in somatotropin means:
 
  A) turn.
  B) chemical.
  C) body.
  D) solid.

Question 2

The surgical excision of the inner portion of an artery is called:
 
  A) phlebotomy.
  B) endocarditis.
  C) embolism.
  D) endarterectomy.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

SamMuagrove

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 312
Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Trop means turn.
B) -in means chemical.
C) Correct. The combining form somat/o means body.
D) Ster means solid.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) Phlebotomy is the puncture of a vein to withdraw blood for analysis.
B) Endocarditis is inflammation of the inner lining of the heart.
C) An embolism is the obstruction of a blood vessel by foreign substances or a blood clot.
D) Correct.


EY67

  • Member
  • Posts: 531
Reply 2 on: Jun 26, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

ghepp

  • Member
  • Posts: 361
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Eating carrots will improve your eyesight. Carrots are high in vitamin A (retinol), which is essential for good vision. It can also be found in milk, cheese, egg yolks, and liver.

Did you know?

When blood is deoxygenated and flowing back to the heart through the veins, it is dark reddish-blue in color. Blood in the arteries that is oxygenated and flowing out to the body is bright red. Whereas arterial blood comes out in spurts, venous blood flows.

Did you know?

In inpatient settings, adverse drug events account for an estimated one in three of all hospital adverse events. They affect approximately 2 million hospital stays every year, and prolong hospital stays by between one and five days.

Did you know?

Many supplement containers do not even contain what their labels say. There are many documented reports of products containing much less, or more, that what is listed on their labels. They may also contain undisclosed prescription drugs and even contaminants.

Did you know?

Famous people who died from poisoning or drug overdose include, Adolf Hitler, Socrates, Juan Ponce de Leon, Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, and John Belushi.

The endocrine glands of the endocrine system are distributed throughout the body. The endocrine glands of the endocrine system are distributed throughout the body.
Body odours Body odours
Basic chemical structure and synthesis of catecholamines. The synthesis of norepinephrine occurs in ... Basic chemical structure and synthesis of catecholamines. The synthesis of norepinephrine occurs in ...
Effects of Alcohol on the Body Effects of Alcohol on the Body
Summary of Chemical Digestion Summary of Chemical Digestion
Adult sponge, with a porous, asymmetrical body. Adult sponge, with a porous, asymmetrical body.
Video: Introduction to Cystic Fibrosis

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library