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JCS Mr. Morris' Bio Root Words Section 05 W/ Words

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cyst sac
Blastocyst: A cluster of cells representing multiple cell divisions that have occurred in the fallopian tube after successful fertilization of an ovum by a sperm.
cyt a hollow cell
Cytology: The study of cells, their origin, structure, function, and pathology.
de from,away
Deactivation: To inhibit, block, or disrupt the action of (an enzyme or other biological agent).
dendr tree
Dendrite: One of the threadlike extensions of the cytoplasm of a neuron.
Dendrology: The botanical study of trees and other woody plants.
dent teeth
Dentition: The teeth in the dental arch; ordinarily used to designate the natural teeth in position in their alveoli.
Dentist: A person who is trained and licensed to practice dentistry
derm skin
Dermatome: An instrument for cutting thin skin slices for grafting
Dermatology: The medical specialty concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases.
desmo band
Desmosome: A circular, dense body that forms the site of attachment between certain epithelial cells.
di twice
Disaccharide: Any of a class of sugars yielding two mono-saccharides on hydrolysis.
dia through
Diameter: The length of a straight line passing through the center of a circle and connecting opposite points on its circumference.
digit finger, toe
Digital: Of or resembling a finger or toe or an impression made by them.
diplo double
Diploid: An individual or cell having two full sets of homologous chromosomes
dis apart, away from
Disability: Inability to function normally, physically or mentally.
diure to urinate
Diuresis: Increased excretion of urine.
Diuretic: A substance or drug that tends to increase the discharge of urine.
dys painful
Dysmenorrhea: The occurrence of painful cramps during menstruation.
ectasis expansion
Atelectasis: A collapse of lung tissue affecting part or all of one lung.
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