In the term amylase, the suffix -ase means:
A) pertaining to.
B) enzyme.
C) condition of.
D) starch.
B
Explanation: A) There are numerous suffixes that mean pertaining to, such as -ic and -al.
B) Correct.
C) Several suffixes mean condition of, such as -osis.
D) The root amyl means starch.
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