Medical Terminology Flashcard for Students

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What does the root "encephala" refer to?

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Brain

Answer explanation

The root 'encephala' comes from Greek, meaning 'brain'. It is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the brain, distinguishing it from other organs like the liver, intestines, and stomach.

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The root "enter" is associated with which part of the body?

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Intestines

Answer explanation

The root 'enter' is derived from the Latin 'intestinus', meaning 'internal' or 'within', which relates to the intestines, making 'Intestines' the correct answer.

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Which of the following does the root "fibr" refer to?

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Fiber, fibrous

Answer explanation

The root 'fibr' is derived from Latin, meaning 'fiber' or 'fibrous'. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Fiber, fibrous', as it directly relates to the meaning of the root.

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The root "gastro" is related to which organ?

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Stomach

Answer explanation

The root 'gastro' comes from Greek, meaning 'stomach'. Therefore, it is directly related to the stomach, making it the correct answer among the options provided.

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What does the root "gloss" refer to?

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Tongue

Answer explanation

The root 'gloss' comes from the Greek word 'glossa', meaning 'tongue'. It is often used in terms related to language and speech, making 'tongue' the correct answer.

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The root "gluc" is associated with which substance?

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Sugar

Answer explanation

The root 'gluc' is derived from the Greek word 'glykys', meaning sweet. It is commonly associated with sugar, as in glucose, which is a type of sugar. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Sugar'.

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Which group is referred to by the roots "gyn" or "gyne"?

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Women

Answer explanation

The roots "gyn" or "gyne" derive from Greek, meaning "woman". Therefore, the correct answer is "Women", as these roots specifically refer to the female gender.

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The roots "hem," "hema," "hemo," and "hemat" are related to what?

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Blood

Answer explanation

The roots 'hem,' 'hema,' 'hemo,' and 'hemat' are derived from Greek, meaning 'blood.' Therefore, the correct answer is 'Blood,' as these prefixes are commonly used in medical terminology related to blood.

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What does the root "hepat" refer to?

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Liver

Answer explanation

The root "hepat" is derived from the Greek word "hepar," which means liver. Therefore, the correct answer is "Liver." The other options refer to different body parts or substances.

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The root "hydr" is associated with which element?

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Water

Answer explanation

The root 'hydr' comes from the Greek word for water, indicating its association with water. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Water'.