Prefix Trans-

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What does the prefix 'trans-' mean?

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The prefix 'trans-' means 'across', 'beyond', or 'through'.

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What is transpiration in plants?

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Transpiration is the process by which moisture is carried from the roots of a plant to the leaves, where it evaporates into the atmosphere.

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What is a translucent object?

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A translucent object allows light to pass through but does not allow clear images to be seen.

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What does it mean to transfer something?

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To transfer means to move something from one place to another.

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What is a translator?

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A translator is a person or device that converts text or speech from one language to another.

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What does it mean to transect?

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To transect means to cut across something, dividing it into parts.

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What is transport?

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Transport refers to the movement of goods or people from one place to another.

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What is the difference between transport and transportation?

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Transport is the act of moving, while transportation refers to the system or means used for moving goods or people.

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Can you give an example of a word with the prefix 'trans-'?

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Examples include 'transport', 'transmit', and 'translate'.

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What is the meaning of the word 'transcontinental'?

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Transcontinental means extending across or relating to multiple continents.