Which Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation of the Medical

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term odontectomy?

• A)odont (gums) + ectomy (incision) = incision into the gums
• B)odont (gums) + ec (out) + tomy (cut) = surgical removal of (a portion of) the gums
• C)odont (tooth) + ectomy (incision) = incision into a tooth
• D)odont (tooth) + ectomy (reconstruction) = reconstruction of a tooth
• E)odont (tooth) + ec (out) + tomy (cut) = surgical removal of a tooth

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