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kamilo84

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In the term nyctalopia, the root nyctal means:
 
  A) night.
  B) dark.
  C) to shut.
  D) to obstruct.

Question 2

In the term miotic, the combining form mi/o means:
 
  A) tears.
  B) less, small.
  C) light.
  D) open.



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Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: A) Correct. The root nyctal means night.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: B) Correct. The combining form mi/o means less, small. A miotic agent causes the pupil to contract.




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