Roots, Prefixes, & Suffixes Flashcard Lesson 2

Front

What is a photograph?

Back

A photograph is an image created by capturing light on a light-sensitive surface, often used to capture moments or scenes.

Front

What does the prefix 'photo-' mean?

Back

The prefix 'photo-' means 'light' and is used in words related to light, such as 'photograph' and 'photosynthesis'.

Front

What is a photocopy?

Back

A photocopy is a paper copy of a document or picture made using a special machine called a photocopier.

Front

What does the term 'illogical' mean?

Back

Illogical means not thinking in a reasonable or sensible way; it refers to actions or thoughts that lack logic.

Front

What does the term 'illiterate' mean?

Back

Illiterate refers to a person who is unable to read or write, or who lacks knowledge about a particular subject.

Front

What is the meaning of 'imbalance'?

Back

Imbalance refers to a lack of proportion or equality between two or more things, often leading to instability.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

Front

What is a photon?

Back

A photon is a particle of light that carries energy and is fundamental to the behavior of light in physics.

Front

What does the suffix '-copy' mean?

Back

The suffix '-copy' refers to making a duplicate or reproduction of something, as seen in words like 'photocopy'.

Front

What does the suffix '-logical' mean?

Back

The suffix '-logical' pertains to reasoning or logic, as seen in words like 'illogical'.