Question

38 multiple choice 1 point

the opposite of -malacia is

-plasia
-sclerosis
-lysis
-emia

Explanation:

Define the meaning of the suffix -malacia

The medical suffix -malacia refers to the abnormal softening of a tissue or organ (e.g., osteomalacia is the softening of bones).

Analyze the given options

• -plasia: refers to development, formation, or growth.
• -sclerosis: refers to abnormal hardening or induration of a tissue.
• -lysis: refers to breakdown, dissolution, or destruction.
• -emia: refers to a blood condition.

Determine the opposite suffix

Since -malacia means softening, its direct physiological and pathological opposite is -sclerosis, which means hardening.

Answer:

• -plasia
• -sclerosis (Correct answer)
• -lysis
• -emia