Question

identify the suffix for in the shape of.

multiple choice
-version
-tropy
-form
-clast

Explanation:

Analyze the question stem

The question asks to identify the medical suffix that means "in the shape of."

Evaluate the given options

• -version: Means turning or tilting (e.g., retroversion).
• -tropy: Means turning, affinity, or nourishment/development (often confused with -trophy, but relates to turning/attraction).
• -form: Means resembling, having the form of, or in the shape of (e.g., cruciform, meaning in the shape of a cross).
• -clast: Means to break or destroy (e.g., osteoclast).

Select the correct suffix

The suffix "-form" directly translates to "in the shape of" or "resembling."

Answer:

• (A) -version
• (B) -tropy
• (C) -form (Correct answer)
• (D) -clast