Match the Combining Forms with Their Meanings

question 4

Multiple Choice

Match the combining forms with their meanings.
-bile duct

• A)appendic/o
• B)bucc/o
• C)chol/e
• D)cholangi/o
• E)cholecyst/o
• F)choledoch/o
• G)cirrh/o
• H)col/o
• I)duoden/o
• J)enter/o
• K)esophag/o
• L)gastr/o
• M)gingiv/o
• N)gloss/o
• O)hepat/o
• P)ile/o
• Q)jejun/o
• R)labi/o
• S)odont/o
• T)or/o
• U)pancreat/o
• V)pharyng/o
• W)proct/o
• X)pylor/o
• Y)sial/o
• Z)sigmoid/o

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Definitions:

Diaphysis

The central piece or axis of a lengthy bone.

Medullary Cavity

The central cavity of bone shafts where red or yellow marrow is stored, vital for the production of blood cells and fat storage.

Articular Cartilage

Smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints, enabling smooth movements and absorbing shock.

Osteoclast Activity

The process involving bone-resorbing cells that break down bone tissue for the maintenance, repair, and remodeling of bones.