Asked by Monica Cheyenne on Jul 30, 2024
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What suffix should be added to the root ster to make a word that means resembling a solid substance?
A) -oid
B) -al
C) -ose
D) -osis
-oid
A suffix used in English to form adjectives or nouns indicating similarity or resemblance to something.
-al
a suffix denoting pertaining to or relating to something, often forming adjectives from nouns.
-ose
A suffix used in biochemistry to denote sugars or carbohydrates.
- Identify the correct suffix for specific medical terminologies.
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Maurice PrestigeAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The suffix -oid means "resembling" or "like." Therefore, adding -oid to the root ster would make the word "steroid," which means resembling a solid substance.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the correct suffix for specific medical terminologies.