Question

multiple select question

select all that apply

the suffix -cide means ______.

killing
destroying
immature
forming
secreting

Explanation:

Analyze the suffix "-cide"

The suffix "-cide" is derived from the Latin word caedere, which means to cut, kill, or destroy (e.g., insecticide, homicide, germicide).

Evaluate the given options

• "killing": Correct. The suffix "-cide" directly translates to killing.
• "destroying": Correct. In medical and biological contexts, it also denotes destroying or agents that destroy.
• "immature": Incorrect. The suffix for immature or embryonic is "-blast".
• "forming": Incorrect. Suffixes like "-poiesis" or "-genesis" mean forming or producing.
• "secreting": Incorrect. Suffixes like "-crine" relate to secreting.

Answer:

• killing (Correct answer)
• destroying (Correct answer)
• immature
• forming
• secreting