Question

Which of the following terms pertain to the head (as a whole)?

1) -cele
2) capill-
3) chondr(i)o-
4) cata-
5) chrom(ato)-
6) chir(o)-
7) capit-
8) cholecyst(o)
9) -centesis
10) carp(o)-

Answer 1

Among the terms provided, 'capit-' pertains to the head and refers to a head or headlike part in anatomy. 'Cranial' and 'cephalo-' are also related to the head, even though 'cranial' is not listed in the options and 'cephalo-' is not spelled out fully in any of the options.

Step-by-step explanation:

The terms that pertain to the head as a whole include:

1. Capit-: This root is related to the head. For example, 'capitulum' is a small head or headlike part of a structure.
2. Cranial: This term refers to something related to the skull or cranium. It signifies the head region as well, even though it is not listed in the options provided, it's important to know as it is closely related to the subject at hand.
3. Cephalo-: Although not directly listed in the options, this prefix is also associated with the head (e.g., 'cephalothorax' is the fused head and thorax of some arthropods).

The other terms provided refer to various different parts of body or medical procedures unrelated to the head:

• -cele: Pertains to a swelling or hernia.
• Chondr(i)o-: Refers to cartilage.
• Cata-: Means down or against.
• Chrom(ato)-: Refers to color.
• Chir(o)-: Pertains to the hand.
• Cholecyst(o)-: Refers to the gallbladder.
• -centesis: A medical procedure involving puncture of a body cavity.
• Carp(o)-: Pertains to the wrist bones.