Quiz #2 Prefix/Suffix

What is the meaning of 'Diatomic' based on the prefix 'Di'?

• Consisting of two atoms

• Consisting of three atoms

• Consisting of one atom

• Consisting of four atoms

What is the meaning of 'Dentures' based on the prefix 'Dent-'?

• Artificial teeth

• False nails

• Hearing aids

• Contact lenses

What is an example of the prefix 'Derm-'?

• Sub / dermal = below the skin

• Cardio / vascular = relating to the heart and blood vessels

• Neuro / logical = relating to the nervous system

• Gastro / intestinal = relating to the stomach and intestines

What does the suffix 'Ectomy' mean?

• Surgical removal

• Inflammation

• Study of

• Formation

What does the prefix 'Dent-' mean?

• tooth

• skin

• bone

• heart

What does the suffix '-cide' mean?

• To kill

• To heal

• To create

• To divide

What is the meaning of 'Lumpectomy' based on the suffix 'Ectomy'?

• Surgical removal of a lump

• Formation of a lump

• Inflammation of a lump

• Study of lumps

What is an example of the suffix '-cide'?

• Insecticide = kill insects

• Aquacide = love water

• Floracide = grow flowers

• Terracide = build land

What is the meaning of 'Cyanosis' based on the prefix 'Cyano-'?

• A bluish discoloration of the skin due to lack of oxygen

• A yellowing of the skin due to liver problems

• A reddening of the skin due to inflammation

• A whitening of the skin due to loss of pigment

What is an example of the prefix 'De-'?

• Dehydration = removal of water

• Delight = feeling of joy

• Design = to create a plan

• Delay = to make late