The Combining Form Tract/o- Means "________

question 44

Short Answer

The combining form tract/o- means "________."

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Definitions:

Grasping Reflex

An involuntary movement where infants will tightly close their fingers around an object placed in their palm.

Sucking Reflex

An innate reflex in infants that prompts them to suck anything that touches the roof of their mouths, aiding in feeding.

Moro Reflex

An involuntary reflex in infants when they feel as if they are falling; the arms are thrown apart, and then they are brought together as if to protect the body.

Parent-Infant Attachment

A deep emotional bond that develops between an infant and their primary caregiver, crucial for the child's social and emotional development.