Grade 4 Science: Prefixes and Suffixes
Explore common prefixes and suffixes used in science vocabulary with this interactive worksheet for Grade 4 students.
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Prefixes and Suffixes in Science
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions to complete the activities.
1. A is a word part added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.
2. A is a word part added to the end of a word to change its meaning.
3. The prefix 'pre-' means .
4. The suffix '-ology' means .
1. Which word means 'to heat before'?
reheat
preheat
unheat
overheat
2. What does the suffix '-less' mean in the word 'fearless'?
full of
without
before
again
Match each prefix or suffix with its meaning.
1. un-
a. study of
2. bi-
b. not
3. -logy
c. two
4. micro-
d. small
1. Explain how knowing prefixes and suffixes can help you understand new science words.
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