The Combining Form Cartilagin/o- Means "________

question 45

Short Answer

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

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Definitions:

Myelin Sheath

A fatty layer that surrounds nerve fibers, facilitating the rapid transmission of electrical signals in the nervous system.

Fatty Tissue

Body tissue composed of fat cells, which stores energy and serves as insulation and protection for organs.

Neural Transmission

The process by which nerve cells (neurons) communicate signals through the nervous system.

Epinephrine

A hormone and neurotransmitter also known as adrenaline, released by the body in response to stress, increasing heart rate and muscle strength.