Break each of the following words down into its roots,prefixes, and suffixes, and state their meanings, followingthe example of gastroenterology analyzed earlier: pericardium, appendectomy, subcutaneous, phonocardiogram,otorhinolaryngology.
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Pericardium: - Peri-: prefix meaning "around" or "surrounding" - Cardi-: root meaning "heart" - -um: suffix indicating a structure or tissue Meaning: The pericardium is the membrane that surrounds and protects the heart. Show more…
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