What does the root "encephala" refer to?

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Brain
Answer explanation
The root 'encephala' comes from Greek, meaning 'brain'. It is commonly used in medical terminology to refer to the brain, distinguishing it from other organs like the liver, intestines, and stomach.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The root "enter" is associated with which part of the body?
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Intestines
Answer explanation
The root 'enter' is derived from the Latin 'intestinus', meaning 'internal' or 'within', which relates to the intestines, making 'Intestines' the correct answer.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which of the following does the root "fibr" refer to?
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Fiber, fibrous
Answer explanation
The root 'fibr' is derived from Latin, meaning 'fiber' or 'fibrous'. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Fiber, fibrous', as it directly relates to the meaning of the root.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The root "gastro" is related to which organ?
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Stomach
Answer explanation
The root 'gastro' comes from Greek, meaning 'stomach'. Therefore, it is directly related to the stomach, making it the correct answer among the options provided.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does the root "gloss" refer to?
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Tongue
Answer explanation
The root 'gloss' comes from the Greek word 'glossa', meaning 'tongue'. It is often used in terms related to language and speech, making 'tongue' the correct answer.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The root "gluc" is associated with which substance?
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Sugar
Answer explanation
The root 'gluc' is derived from the Greek word 'glykys', meaning sweet. It is commonly associated with sugar, as in glucose, which is a type of sugar. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Sugar'.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which group is referred to by the roots "gyn" or "gyne"?
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Women
Answer explanation
The roots "gyn" or "gyne" derive from Greek, meaning "woman". Therefore, the correct answer is "Women", as these roots specifically refer to the female gender.
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