The Combining Form Eme/o- Means "Vomiting

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The combining form eme/o- means "vomiting."

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Definitions:

Melanosomes

Organelles within cells responsible for the synthesis, storage, and transport of melanin, the pigment in skin and hair.

Melanin

A pigment produced by the melanocytes in the skin, hair, and eyes, responsible for the coloration and protection against ultraviolet radiation.

Stretch Marks

Lines or streaks on the skin, often resulting from rapid stretching of the skin due to growth, weight gain, or pregnancy.

Dermis

The dermis is a layer of skin located beneath the epidermis, containing nerve endings, sweat glands, hair follicles, and blood vessels.