Building Terms & Word Structure - Med Term Flashcard

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A word root + a combining vowel is the definition of a _____

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Combining form

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hyper- is an example of a ___

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Prefix

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Spelling in medical terminology DOES NOT matter.

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FALSE

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Cardi/o is an example of:

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Word root

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The most common combining vowel is:

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"o"

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What is a word root?

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The main part of a word that contains its primary meaning.

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What is a suffix?

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A word part added to the end of a word root to modify its meaning.

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What is a prefix?

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A word part added to the beginning of a word root to modify its meaning.

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What is a combining vowel?

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A vowel, usually 'o', used to connect word roots to suffixes or other roots.

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What is the purpose of medical terminology?

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To provide a standardized language for healthcare professionals.