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jcs rt wds 05 w/wds
JCS Mr. Morris' Bio Root Words Section 05 W/ Words
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| cyst | sac |
| Blastocyst: | A cluster of cells representing multiple cell divisions that have occurred in the fallopian tube after successful fertilization of an ovum by a sperm. |
| cyt | a hollow cell |
| Cytology: | The study of cells, their origin, structure, function, and pathology. |
| de | from,away |
| Deactivation: | To inhibit, block, or disrupt the action of (an enzyme or other biological agent). |
| dendr | tree |
| Dendrite: | One of the threadlike extensions of the cytoplasm of a neuron. |
| Dendrology: | The botanical study of trees and other woody plants. |
| dent | teeth |
| Dentition: | The teeth in the dental arch; ordinarily used to designate the natural teeth in position in their alveoli. |
| Dentist: | A person who is trained and licensed to practice dentistry |
| derm | skin |
| Dermatome: | An instrument for cutting thin skin slices for grafting |
| Dermatology: | The medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases. |
| desmo | band |
| Desmosome: | A circular, dense body that forms the site of attachment between certain epithelial cells. |
| di | twice |
| Disaccharide: | Any of a class of sugars yielding two mono-saccharides on hydrolysis. |
| dia | through |
| Diameter: | The length of a straight line passing through the center of a circle and connecting opposite points on its circumference. |
| digit | finger, toe |
| Digital: | Of or resembling a finger or toe or an impression made by them. |
| diplo | double |
| Diploid: | An individual or cell having two full sets of homologous chromosomes |
| dis | apart, away from |
| Disability: | Inability to function normally, physically or mentally. |
| diure | to urinate |
| Diuresis: | Increased excretion of urine. |
| Diuretic: | A substance or drug that tends to increase the discharge of urine. |
| dys | painful |
| Dysmenorrhea: | The occurrence of painful cramps during menstruation. |
| ectasis | expansion |
| Atelectasis: | A collapse of lung tissue affecting part or all of one lung. |
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