Prefixes/Suffixes

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What does the suffix '-ase' indicate?

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It indicates an enzyme, a biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions.

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What does the prefix 'post-' mean?

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It means 'after' or 'behind' in time or position.

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What does the suffix '-ol' signify?

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It signifies an alcohol, a type of organic compound.

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What does the root 'troph' refer to?

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It refers to food, nutrition, or nourishment.

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What does the root 'zo' mean?

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It means 'animal' and is used in terms related to animals.

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean?

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It means 'before' in time or position.

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What does the suffix '-in' indicate?

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It indicates a substance, often used in the names of proteins or hormones.

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What does the suffix '-ine' signify?

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It signifies a chemical compound, often used in organic chemistry.

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What does the root 'vore' refer to?

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It refers to eating or consuming, as in 'herbivore' (plant-eater) or 'carnivore' (meat-eater).

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What does the suffix '-sis' indicate?

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It indicates a process or condition, often used in medical terminology.