Which of These Is the Correct Breakdown and Translation of the Medical

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term xanthosis?

• A) xanth (hard) + osis (condition) = a hardening of the skin
• B) xanth (hidden) + osis (condition) = a hidden condition of the skin
• C) xanth (dry) + osis (condition) = dry skin condition
• D) xanth (scaly) + osis (condition) = a condition of the skin that is dry and scaly
• E) xanth (yellow) + osis (condition) = yellow skin condition

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