IHS- Week 7

Front

Coll/a

Back

glue

Front

circulat/o

Back

circulate, go around in a circle

Front

clavicul/o, cledi/o

Back

clavicle, collar bone

Front

coagul/o-

Back

clotting, coagulation

Front

colon/o

Back

colon, large intestine

Front

What is the function of the clavicle?

Back

The clavicle, or collarbone, connects the arm to the body and helps stabilize the shoulder.

Front

What does coagulation refer to in the body?

Back

Coagulation is the process of blood clotting, which prevents excessive bleeding.

Front

What is the role of the colon in the digestive system?

Back

The colon absorbs water and salts from the remaining indigestible food matter and transmits the useless waste material from the body.

Front

Define 'circulation' in the context of the human body.

Back

Circulation refers to the movement of blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products.

Front

What is the significance of 'colla' in medical terminology?

Back

'Colla' refers to substances that glue or bind tissues together, often used in reference to connective tissues.