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Yolanda

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In the term osteoclasis, the suffix means:
 
  A) surgical puncture.
  B) removal of.
  C) incision into.
  D) a break.

Question 2

Abnormal enlargement of a kidney is called nephroptosis.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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hanadaa

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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation:
A) The suffix -centesis means puncture.
B) The suffix -ectomy means removal of.
C) The suffix -otomy means incision into.
D) Correct.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: The suffix -ptosis, utilized in the term nephroptosis, means drooping, which is the condition of a floating kidney. The suffix for enlarged is -megaly.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


coreycathey

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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