The combining form circulat/o-, as seen in circulation, means ________
A) "circle"
B) "movement in a circular route"
C) "going around"
D) "structure that encircles like a crown"
B
Explanation: A) Circulat/o- does not mean "circle."
B) Correct!
C) There are no medical word parts that mean "going around."
D) Coron/o- means "structure that encircles like a crown."
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