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tichca

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which suffix refers to the number of times a pregnancy has successfully ended with the birth of an infant?
 
  a. -cyesis
  b. -gravida
  c. -genesis
  d. -partum

Question 2

The term catabolism means:
 
  A) transfer of nutrients.
  B) breaking down complex substances.
  C) building up of body substance.
  D) dry feces.


Dinolord

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

d
Explanation:
a. -cyesis: means pregnancy
b. -gravid: means pregnancy
c. -genesis: means generate
d. -partum: correct

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation:
A) Absorption is transfer of nutrients from the GI tract to the blood.
B) Correct.
C) Anabolism is building up of body substance.
D) Constipation is infrequent, dry feces.


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