Chapter 4 The Muscular System

What does the prefix bi- mean?

• One

• Two

• Half

What is the meaning of the combining form clon/o?

• Movement

• Coordination

• Violent action

The prefix dys- means:

• Good or easy

• Bad, difficult, or painful

• Fast

The combining form fasci/o refers to:

• Muscle

• Tendon

• Fascia or fibrous band

What does fibr/o mean?

• Fiber or fibrous tissue

• Fat

• Bone

The suffix -ia refers to:

• Inflammation

• Abnormal condition or disease

• Pain

The suffix -ic means:

• Pertaining to

• Disease of

• Inflammation

The suffix -lysis means:

• Growth or formation

• To set free, break down

• Enlargement

The combining form my/o refers to:

• Muscle

• Bone

• Nerve

What does the suffix -plegia mean?

• Weakness

• Inflammation

• Paralysis or stroke