Veterinary Medical Terms (Prefixes, Suffixes, Root Words)

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What is the prefix in the word 'enteritis'?

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enter

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Word part at the beginning of the word indicating number, location, time, or status is the

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Prefix

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What does the suffix 'osis' mean?

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condition of

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The word part that gives the fundamental meaning of the word is the

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Root Word

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What does the suffix '-itis' mean?

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inflammation

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What is the meaning of the prefix 'hyper'?

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excessive or above normal

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What does the suffix '-ectomy' indicate?

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surgical removal

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What is the meaning of the prefix 'hypo'?

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below normal or deficient

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What does the suffix '-ology' refer to?

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the study of

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What is the root word in 'cardiology'?

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cardio (heart)