The Combining Forms Osse/o- and Oste/o- Mean

question 76

Multiple Choice

The combining forms osse/o- and oste/o- mean:

• A)bone.
• B)cartilage.
• C)skeleton.
• D)structure.

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Definitions:

Legs Move

The action or process of moving the legs, which can be voluntary as in walking or running, or involuntary as in spasms or reflex movements.

Loss of Bone Density

A condition often associated with osteoporosis, where bones become less dense and more fragile.

Cerebral Palsy

A group of neurological disorders that affect movement and muscle tone or posture, caused by damage to the immature brain as it develops.

Spina Bifida

A birth defect in which there is an incomplete closing of the backbone and membranes around the spinal cord.