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What does the Root Word tell us? |
The Root Word is the foundation of a medical term and provides the general meaning of the word. It often indicates the body system or part being discussed. |
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bi/o |
life |
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cardi/o |
heart |
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carcin/o |
cancer |
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cis/o |
to cut |
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chem/o |
chemical |
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dermat/o |
skin |
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enter/o |
small intestine |
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gastr/o |
stomach |
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gynec/o |
female |
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laryng/o |
larynx |
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nephr/o |
kidney |
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neur/o |
nerve |
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ophthalm/o |
eye |
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immun/o |
immunity |
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hemat/o |
blood |
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ot/o |
ear |
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path/o |
disease |
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rhin/o |
nose |
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pulmon/o |
lung |
