Root Words Unit 4 Flashcard: AROUND WE GO

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What does the prefix 'circ/circum' mean?

Back

around

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Define 'circumvent'.

Back

To get around something in a clever and sometimes dishonest way.

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What is the origin of the prefix 'circ/circum'?

Back

Latin

Front

What is a cyclone?

Back

A powerful storm system characterized by a rotating wind pattern.

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What is the meaning of 'circumference'?

Back

The length of a line that goes around a circle or other round shape.

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What does 'circumstance' refer to?

Back

A condition that surrounds or causes an event to happen.

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Provide an example of a word that uses the prefix 'circ/circum'.

Back

Circumference.

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What is the relationship between 'circuit' and 'circ/circum'?

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A circuit is a complete path that an electric current travels along, which goes around.

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What does 'cyclical' mean?

Back

Relating to or occurring in cycles.

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How does electricity travel in a circuit?

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Electricity travels around in a circuit to power devices like light bulbs.