Medical Terminology Flashcard for Students

Medical Terminology Flashcard for Students

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the root "encephala" refer to?

Back

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.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The root "enter" is associated with which part of the body?

Back

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.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following does the root "fibr" refer to?

Back

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.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The root "gastro" is related to which organ?

Back

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.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the root "gloss" refer to?

Back

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.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The root "gluc" is associated with which substance?

Back

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'.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which group is referred to by the roots "gyn" or "gyne"?

Back

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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