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The suffix for vomiting is:
 
  A) -ectasis.
  B) -emesis.
  C) -staxis.
  D) -ptosis.

Question 2

A medical term that means surgically break a joint is ___________________ _.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word



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Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation:
A) The suffix -ectasis means dilation or expansion.
B) Correct.
C) The suffix -staxis means dripping.
D) The suffix -ptosis means drooping or sagging.

Answer to Question 2

arthroclasia



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