Which Syllable Is the Primary Accented Syllable in the Pronunciation

question 98

Short Answer

Which syllable is the primary accented syllable in the pronunciation of the medical word necrosis (neh-kroh-sis)?

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Definitions:

Stratum

A layer or level in an organized structure, such as in the skin or social hierarchy.

Arrector Pili

Small muscles attached to hair follicles that, when contracted, cause the hairs to stand up, producing what is commonly known as goosebumps.

Epidermis

The skin's outermost layer, offering a waterproof shield and determining the color of our skin.

Dermis

The layer of skin beneath the epidermis, containing nerve endings, sweat and sebaceous glands, and blood and lymph vessels, providing structure and elasticity.