The Combining Form Phob/o- Means

question 240

Multiple Choice

The combining form phob/o- means:

• A)fear; avoidance.
• B)injury; harm.
• C)light.
• D)sleep.

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Definitions:

Dryness

A condition characterized by a lack of moisture or water.

Emmetropia

A state of normal vision where the eyes can focus images directly on the retina, resulting in clear vision at all distances.

Normal Vision

The ability to see without impairment that fits within the standard visual acuity range, typically measured as 20/20 vision.

Phac/o

Pertaining to the lens of the eye; used in terms related to conditions or surgical interventions of the lens.