Chapter 15: Suffixes Flashcards
1
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Osteoblast
A
Immature bone cell
2
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Osteoclast
A
Large cell found in the bone marrow of growing bones; absorbs and removes unwanted bone tissue
3
Q
Spondylolisthesis
A
Forward displacement of a vertebra over a lower segment
4
Q
Osteomalacia
A
Softening of bone
5
Q
Epephysis
A
End of a along bone
6
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Pubic symphysis
A
Junction of the pubic bones on the midline in front of the body
7
Q
Osteoporosis
A
Condition of increased porosity of bone with loss of bony tissue and decrease in bone mass
8
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Osteotome
A
Instrument to cut bone
