Write the Word or Phrase That Best Completes Each Statement

question 169

Short Answer

Write the word or phrase that best completes each statement or answers the question.
All answers to questions asking for a combining form must be written in the combining form style, meaning word root/combining vowel. For example, a combining form meaning heart is cardi/o. All answers to questions asking for a suffix must be written in suffix form, meaning a hyphen before your answer. For example, the suffix meaning cell is -cyte. All answers to questions asking for a prefix must be written in prefix form, meaning a hyphen after your answer. For example, a prefix meaning two is bi-.
Do not capitalize any of your answers or include a period at the end of your answer. The computer will not recognize your answer as correct if it is written in any other style.
-A medical term that means scaly skin condition is ________.

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Definitions:

Articular Cartilage

The smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints, facilitating smooth movement.

Metaphysis

The narrow portion of a long bone between the epiphysis and the diaphysis involved in growth during childhood.

Sebum

Sebum is an oily substance produced and secreted by sebaceous glands in the skin, helping to keep it moisturized and protected.

Bacterial Growth

The process by which bacteria increase in number, size, or both, often following a characteristic growth curve.