Root Word Flashcard: Sect

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What is the definition of 'sect'?

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A separate part of a society, group, or area.

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What does 'insect' refer to?

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A class of small arthropod animals that has three separate sections to their bodies: head, thorax, abdomen.

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What is 'vivisection'?

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Surgery on living animals; medical research that involves cutting into living animals to study organs, tissues, or diseases.

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What does 'section' mean in the context of homework?

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A part of a whole; for example, a part of math homework.

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What is the meaning of 'bisect'?

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To divide something into two equal parts.

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What does 'trisect' mean?

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To divide something into three equal parts.

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What is a 'sector' in terms of society?

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A distinct part of a society or area.

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What is the relationship between 'sect' and 'section'?

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Both terms refer to parts of a whole, but 'sect' often refers to groups within society, while 'section' refers to parts of a whole.

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How can you use 'dissect' in a sentence?

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To dissect means to cut apart for the purpose of investigation or analysis.

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What is an example of an insect?

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A fly, which has a head, thorax, and abdomen.