Which suffix means crushing?
A) -pexy
B) -tripsy
C) -plexy
D) -centesis
E) -poiesis

Name: Which suffix means crushing? A) -pexy B) -tripsy C) -plexy D) -centesis E) -poiesis
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The suffix -tripsy means crushing, breaking down. For example, lithotripsy is a procedure used to break down kidney stones. The other suffixes do not mean crushing. -pexy refers to surgical fixation, -plexy refers to stroke or paralysis, -centesis refers to puncture or tapping, and -poiesis refers to formation or production.

Which Suffix Means Crushing