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luminitza

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The prefix poly- means ________.
 
  A) four
  B) abnormal; difficult; painful
  C) three
  D) many; much

Question 2

Which term means formation of red (cells)?
 
  a. erythropoiesis
  b. hematopoiesis
  c. leukopoiesis
  d. thrombopoiesis



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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) The prefix poly- does not mean this.
B) The prefix poly- does not mean this.
C) The prefix poly- does not mean this.
D) Correct

Answer to Question 2

a
Explanation:
a. erythropoiesis: correct
b. hematopoiesis: means formation of blood
c. leukopoiesis: means formation of white cells
d. thrombopoiesis: means formation of clots





 

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