Vocabulary Flashcard: -sect

Front

What does the term 'dissect' mean in a scientific context?

Back

To cut open and examine the internal structure of an organism.

Front

What are the three main body parts of an insect?

Back

Head, thorax, and abdomen.

Front

What is an intersection in terms of roadways?

Back

A point where two or more roads meet or cross.

Front

What does it mean to bisect something?

Back

To divide it into two equal parts.

Front

What is a section in the context of a book?

Back

A distinct part or chapter of a book.

Front

What is the prefix 'sect' commonly associated with?

Back

It is associated with cutting or dividing.

Front

Can you give an example of a word that includes the prefix 'sect'?

Back

Insect, dissect, bisect, intersection, section.

Front

What is the purpose of dissection in biology?

Back

To study the anatomy and physiology of organisms.

Front

How does the term 'insect' relate to its Latin roots?

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It comes from the Latin 'insectum', meaning 'cut into sections'.

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What is the significance of intersections in urban planning?

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They are critical for traffic flow and safety.