Match each definition with the correct word part.
--osis
A) abnormal condition
B) deficient
C) excessive
D) pain
E) surgical removal

Question

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The word part "-osis" means an abnormal condition, such as in "dermatosis" which refers to a skin condition.

Answer: B
 The word part "-deficient" means lacking, or inadequate, as in "calcium-deficient."

Answer: C
 There is no defined word part for "excessive."

Answer: D
 There is no defined word part for "pain."

Answer: E
 The word part "-ectomy" means surgical removal, as in "appendectomy" which is the surgical removal of the appendix.

Match Each Definition with the Correct Word Part