MATCHING

-Match each item with the correct description below.
dry,dryness
A)xer/o
B)bi/o
C)strept/o
D)-a
E)-itis
F)aut/o

Question

MATCHING

-Match each item with the correct description below.
dry,dryness
A)xer/o
B)bi/o
C)strept/o
D)-a
E)-itis
F)aut/o

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The prefix "a-" means without or absence of, while the combining form "xer/o" specifically refers to dryness.

Answer: D
 The suffix "-a" means pertaining to, and in this case could refer to a condition or state of being dry.

Answer: F
 The prefix "aut/o" means self, and could be used in the context of dryness to indicate a lack of moisture or lubrication produced by the body.

Note: None of the other options are directly related to dryness or the prefix/suffixes commonly used to indicate it.

MATCHING -Match Each Item with the Correct Description Below