A Combining Vowel Is Used to

question 31

Multiple Choice

A combining vowel is used to

• A)ease word pronunciation.
• B)modify the meaning of a word.
• C)make analyzing a word easier.
• D)make defining a word easier.

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Definitions:

Mass Extinctions

Events in Earth's history when a significant, widespread and rapid decrease in the biodiversity of organisms occurs, often due to drastic environmental changes.

Mass Extinction

A significant and widespread event in which a substantial proportion of Earth's species die out in a relatively short geological period.

Climate Change

Substantial changes in global or regional climate patterns, notably since the late 20th century, largely attributed to increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by fossil fuels.

End-Permian Extinction

The largest mass extinction event in Earth's history, occurring around 252 million years ago and resulting in the extinction of a significant proportion of marine and terrestrial species.