Ch 11 - Chapter 11: Solutions, Acids, Greek and Latin Roots Quiz

What does the Greek root "Hydro-" mean?

• Light

• Water

• Sour

• Salt

Answer explanation

The Greek root 'Hydro-' means 'Water', indicating that words with this root are related to water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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Which Greek root means "alone, by oneself"?

• Sol-

• Ion-

• Phos-

• Base-

Answer explanation

The Greek root 'Sol-' means 'alone, by oneself', making it the correct choice in this context.

The Greek root "Acid-" refers to which taste?

• Sweet

• Bitter

• Sour

• Salty

Answer explanation

The Greek root 'Acid-' refers to the taste 'Sour'.

What does the Greek root "Base-" signify?

• Water

• Foundation

• Light

• Salt

Answer explanation

The Greek root 'Base-' signifies 'Foundation', indicating the underlying support or basis of something.

Which Greek root means "going, wandering"?

• Sol-

• Ion-

• Phos-

• Hydro-

Answer explanation

The Greek root 'Ion-' means 'going, wandering', making it the correct choice.

The Greek root "Phos-" is related to which element?

• Sodium

• Potassium

• Phosphorus

• Chlorine

Answer explanation

The Greek root 'Phos-' is related to the element Phosphorus, making it the correct choice.

What does the Latin root "Sal-" mean?

• Sharp

• Salt

• Nourish

• Born

Answer explanation

The Latin root 'Sal-' means 'Salt', which is the correct choice. It is important to understand the meaning of roots to decipher the meaning of words.

Which Latin root means "sharp"?

• Ac-

• Al-

• Nat-

• Pot-

Answer explanation

The Latin root 'Ac-' means 'sharp', making it the correct choice in this question.

The Latin root "Al-" is associated with which concept?

• Salt

• Nourish

• Born

• Powerful

Answer explanation

The Latin root 'Al-' is associated with the concept of 'Nourish', indicating the idea of providing sustenance or food.

What does the Latin root "Nat-" mean?

• Salt

• Sharp

• Born

• Light

Answer explanation

The Latin root 'Nat-' means 'Born'. Words like 'native' or 'natural' are derived from this root indicating the concept of being born or innate.