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newyorker26

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following is NOT one of the definitions for the combining form cyst/o-?
 
  A) bladder
  B) fluid-filled sac
  C) semisolid cyst
  D) urine

Question 2

The normal, constant shedding of dead skin cells is known as ________.
 
  A) hypersensitivity
  B) exfoliation
  C) diaphoresis
  D) shingles


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

D
Explanation: A) This is one of the definitions of cyst/o-.
B) This is one of the definitions of cyst/o-.
C) This is one of the definitions of cyst/o-.
D) Correct Cyst/o- means bladder; fluid-filled sac; semisolid cyst. It does not mean urine.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A) This refers to an allergy, not a normal process.
B) Correct Exfoliation is similar to the falling of dead leaves (foliage) from trees.
C) Diaphoresis is sweating, not shedding.
D) Shingles is a viral disease, not shedding.


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

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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