Biology Prefixes and Suffixes Worksheet
A Grade 10 Biology worksheet focusing on common prefixes and suffixes used in scientific terminology, with questions on definitions, word formation, and application.
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Biology Prefixes and Suffixes
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet tests your knowledge of common prefixes and suffixes used in biological terminology.
Use the prefixes and suffixes below to complete the sentences or define terms.
1. The study of living organisms is called .
2. An organism that produces its own food is an .
3. The prefix means 'water'.
4. A cell, such as a red blood cell, can be referred to as an erythro .
5. A molecule that is 'water-loving' is described as .
6. What does the prefix 'endo-' mean?
Outside
Inside
Above
Below
7. The suffix '-itis' typically indicates:
A growth
A disease
Inflammation
A cell
Match the prefix/suffix with its correct meaning:
8. 'pseudo-'
a. Joint
9. '-arthro'
b. False
10. 'hyper-'
c. Above, excessive
11. '-scope'
d. Instrument for viewing
12. The term 'photosynthesis' is made up of two main parts. Identify and define the prefix and the root word.
13. Considering the prefix 'anti-', what would 'antibiotic' literally mean in terms of living organisms?
14. Examine the diagram of the human heart below. If 'cardio-' means heart, what might 'cardiology' be the study of?
15. The prefix 'micro-' means large.
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False