Which Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation of the Medical

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term hydrophobia?

• A) hydro (fire) + phobia (excessive fear) = fear of fire
• B) hydro (heights) + phobia (excessive fear) = fear of heights
• C) hydro (light) + phobia (excessive fear) = fear of light
• D) hydro (marketplace) + phobia (excessive fear) = fear of open spaces
• E) hydro (water) + phobia (excessive fear) = fear of water

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Definitions:

Action Potential

A rapid, temporary change in electric charge across a cell membrane, resulting in the transmission of nerve impulses.

Glial Cell

Non-neuronal cells in the central nervous system that support, protect, and nourish neurons, playing a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis and forming myelin.

Neurons

Specialized cells in the nervous system that transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells.

Waste Products

Materials that are not useful or consumed during a process and are subsequently discarded.