List of Prefixes
Prefixes are integral in modifying or varying the meaning of a word when placed at the beginning. Please remember to hyphenate the term when the prefix is detached.
Review the Practice Prefixes Handout (MS Word)
Discussion Details:
Create a List:
Provide a list of 15 root terms, incorporating prefixes, with a focus on the digestive and urinary systems.
Select five root terms from each system: digestive and urinary.
Avoid Repetition:
Avoid using terms that your peers have already included in their lists to ensure diversity.
Include Essential Information:
For each term, include the root, the prefix, the combined term, and the meaning of the combined term.
Peer Analysis:
Analyze your peers’ lists. Evaluate the correctness of their combinations and express your agreement or disagreement based on your understanding.
Citations and Language Standards:
Cite any references used in your discussion. Uphold standards of proper grammar, sentence structure, and spelling.