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Groups 15 and 16
prefixes and suffixes
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| zygo- | pair, union |
| -ase | an enzyme |
| -biosis | mode of living |
| -chrome | color |
| -cyst | pouch or sac |
| -cyte | cell |
| -derm, -dermis | layer, skin |
| -ectomy | to cut out |
| -ferr, -fera | to carry |
| -form, -formes | having the form of |
| -gamy | pertaining to fertilization |
| -gen, -genic | maker, producer |
| -genesis | beginning or origin |
| -graph | instrument that makes written records |
| -gram | written record |
| -hydrate | formed with water |
| -icide | killer, killing |
| -itis | inflammation, infection |
| -ivore | feeding |
| -lith | rock or stone |