Etymology Quiz 15

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11 questions
Note from the author:
root words 141-150 from science etymology word list
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stratum basale, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, and stratum corneum are all...

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Why is a triglyceride given its name?

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Miss Vanjie wasn't getting enough oxygen and started taking in quick, shallow breaths. What is this response called?

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One of your rotator cuff muscles is called the supraspinatus because it is...

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A zygomorphic flower is one where...

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Diathermy is a medical technique used to increase blood circulation, relieve pain, and destroy unhealthy tissue using...

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People who spend a lot of their life sitting are at high risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Why?

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Your brother is taking Glutaphos while recovering in the hospital. You notice it's a neurotonic. Why might he be prescribed this?

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Koalas' diets are restricted to a narrowly specialized feeding due to their need for eucalyptus leaves. What is this phenomenon called?

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What are some symptoms of hypotension?

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Extra credit: What does it mean for a person to be a thermophile?