Which of the Following Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term sialostenosis?

• A) sialo (saliva) + sten (hard) + osis (condition) = condition of saliva hardening
• B) sialo (saliva) + sten (narrow) + osis (condition) = condition of saliva narrowing
• C) sialo (small intestine) + sten (hard) + osis (condition) = condition of small intestine hardening
• D) sialo (small intestine) + sten (narrow) + osis (condition) = condition of small intestine narrowing

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Definitions:

Regio-

A prefix referring to the specific region or orientation of atoms within a molecule, used in chemistry to describe how reagents connect or transform.

Stereochemical

Pertaining to the spatial arrangement of atoms within molecules and the impact of this arrangement on chemical reactivity and physical properties.

Regio-

Prefix indicating the region or position in a molecule where a chemical reaction occurs.

Stereochemical

Pertains to the spatial arrangement of atoms in molecules and the effect of this arrangement on chemical reactions and properties.