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EY67

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The combining form somat/o in somatotropin means:
 
  A) turn.
  B) chemical.
  C) body.
  D) solid.

Question 2

The surgical excision of the inner portion of an artery is called:
 
  A) phlebotomy.
  B) endocarditis.
  C) embolism.
  D) endarterectomy.


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SamMuagrove

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Trop means turn.
B) -in means chemical.
C) Correct. The combining form somat/o means body.
D) Ster means solid.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) Phlebotomy is the puncture of a vein to withdraw blood for analysis.
B) Endocarditis is inflammation of the inner lining of the heart.
C) An embolism is the obstruction of a blood vessel by foreign substances or a blood clot.
D) Correct.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 26, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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