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Root Words Flashcards

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Definition of Root words in Health Science Vocabulary

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Are the foundation of a medical term, usually indicating the body part involved.

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Examples of Root Words

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Cardi, Gastr Cephal, Derm, Hepat, Nephr, Oste

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Cardi

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(heart) Ex. cardiology

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Gastr

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(stomach) Ex. gastronomy

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Cephal

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(head, skull, brain) Ex. cephalitis

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Derm

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(Skin) Ex. dermatology

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Hepat

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(liver) Ex. hepatitis

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Nephr

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(kidney) Ex. nephrology

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Oste

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(bone) Ex. osteoporosis

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