Question

using etymology, define the word epidermis (epi - dermis).
a the prevalence of hyperreactivity in children and adults
b the surface of the skin
c the branch of medicine that deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases
d the science of causes and effects of diseases
using etymology, match the prefix with its definition.
ab
mort
pathy
super
: above : death : away from : feeling

Explanation:

• For the first part:
• The word "epidermis" is composed of the prefix "epi -" (which means "upon" or "over") and the root "dermis" (which means "skin"). So, "epidermis" means the surface layer of the skin.
• For the second part:
• "Ab" means "away from" (e.g., "abduct" - take away).
• "Mort" means "death" (e.g., "mortal" - subject to death).
• "Pathy" means "feeling" (e.g., "sympathy" - feeling with others).
• "Super" means "above" (e.g., "superior" - above in rank).

Answer:

• First question: B. the surface of the skin
• Second question:
• Ab - away from
• Mort - death
• Pathy - feeling
• Super - above