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schs14

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In transurethral resection of the prostate, the prefix trans- means going ________ the urethra.
 
  A) around
  B) against
  C) across; through
  D) beyond; higher

Question 2

The atrioventricular node, or pacemaker, initiates the electrical impulse that begins each heartbeat.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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

C
Explanation: A) The prefix circum-, not trans-, means around.
B) The prefix anti-, not trans-, means against.
C) Correct Trans- means across or through.
D) The prefix ultra-, not trans-, means beyond; higher.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: The sinoatrial (SA) node initiates each heartbeat.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Correct answers!


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