Match the Combining Forms with Their Meanings

question 67

Multiple Choice

Match the combining forms with their meanings.
-secrete

• A)acr/o
• B)aden/o
• C)adren/o
• D)azot/o
• E)calc/o
• F)carcin/o
• G)crin/o
• H)gluc/o
• I)home/o
• J)kal/i
• K)pancreat/o
• L)parathyroid/o
• M)thym/o
• N)thyroid/o
• O)toxic/o

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Definitions:

EEGs

A test that detects electrical activity in the brain using small, metal discs attached to the scalp.

Paradoxical Sleep

Another term for REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep, a phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, more dreaming, and bodily movement.

REM Sleep

A unique phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, dreaming, and near-paralysis of the body, indicative of very deep sleep.

Beta Waves

Brain waves that are associated with active, alert cognition and a wakeful state.