Question

which word roots are used in the word chronometer? check all that apply.

chron
chrom
meta
meter
mono

Explanation:

Identify the components of the word "chronometer"

The word "chronometer" is composed of two distinct Greek root words: "chrono-" and "-meter".

Analyze the meaning and origin of each root

• "chron" comes from the Greek khronos, meaning "time".
• "meter" comes from the Greek metron, meaning "measure".

Evaluate the given options against the identified roots

• chron: Correct. It is the first root, meaning "time".
• chrom: Incorrect. This root means "color" (as in chromatic).
• meta: Incorrect. This prefix means "after", "beyond", or "change".
• meter: Correct. It is the second root, meaning "measure".
• mono: Incorrect. This prefix means "one" or "single".

Answer:

• chron (Correct answer)
• chrom
• meta
• meter (Correct answer)
• mono