Question

identify the suffix for breaking.

multiple choice
-blast
-pnea
-opia
-clasis

Explanation:

Analyze the target meaning

The question asks to identify the medical suffix that means "breaking" or "surgical fracture/breaking."

Evaluate the given options

• -blast: Means embryonic, immature, or budding cell (e.g., osteoblast).
• -pnea: Means breathing or respiration (e.g., dyspnea).
• -opia: Means vision or eye condition (e.g., myopia).
• -clasis: Means breaking, surgical fracture, or crushing (e.g., osteoclasis).

Select the correct suffix

The suffix -clasis directly translates to breaking or surgical fracture.

Answer:

• (A) -blast
• (B) -pnea
• (C) -opia
• (D) -clasis (Correct answer)