Roots/Combining Forms
What does the root metablo- mean?
change
What does ribo- mean?
from ribose, a sugar
What does -plasm mean?
something formed
This word means a collection of similar cells.
What is the definition for the term mitochondria?
organelles that generate, store, and release energy for a cell
What does the root gen- mean?
to create
What does macro- mean?
large
What does -ar mean?
pertaining to
This word refers to the process of breaking down complex substances into simpler ones as a part of metabolism.
catabolism
What is the definition for the term chromosome?
the body in the cell nucleus that carries the genes
What does the root heredit- mean?
inherited through genes
What does uni- mean?
one
What does -some mean?
body
What is the word for a structure that has specific functions in a body system?
organ
What is the definition for the term mitosis?
cell division to create two identical cells, each with 46 chromosomes
What does the combining form phen/o mean?
appearance
What does peri- mean?
around
What does -tin mean?
pertaining to
What is a general term for all types of fatty compounds?
lipid
What is the definition of the term epigenetics?
the study of disorders produced by the effects of chemical compounds or environmental influences on genes
What does the combining form morph/o mean?
form
What does dia- mean?
complete
What does -elle mean?
small
What is the term for a cell that results from the union of sperm and egg?
zygote
What is the definition for the term anabolism?
the buildup of complex substances in the cell from simpler ones as a part of metabolism