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biggirl4568

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The general term for an abnormal formation of bone within the ear is otitis.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which term means surgical removal of the cornea?
 
  a. keratometry
  b. keratotomy
  c. keratoplasty
  d. keratectomy


zhanghao

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Otitis is inflammation of the ear. The root ot means ear and the suffix -itis means inflammation.

Answer to Question 2

d
Explanation:
a. keratometry: means process of measuring the cornea
b. keratotomy: means incision of the cornea
c. keratoplasty: means surgical repair of the cornea
d. keratectomy: correct


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