Question

using etymology, define the word epidermis (epi - dermis).
a the prevalence of hyperreactivity in children and adults
b the surface of the skin
c the branch of medicine that deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases
d the science of causes and effects of diseases
using etymology, match the prefix with its definition.
ab
mort
pathy
super
above death away from feeling

Explanation:

• For the first question:
• The word "epidermis" is composed of the prefix "epi -" (meaning above or over) and "dermis" (meaning skin). So, "epidermis" means the surface of the skin.
• For the second question:
• "Ab -" means away from.
• "Mort -" is related to death (e.g., "mortal" means subject to death).
• "Pathy -" is related to feeling (e.g., "sympathy" is a feeling of pity).
• "Super -" means above (e.g., "superior" means higher in rank).

Answer:

• First question: B. the surface of the skin
• Second question:
• Ab: away from
• Mort: death
• Pathy: feeling
• Super: above