In the term lithotripsy, the suffix -tripsy means:
A) stone.
B) calculus.
C) removal.
D) crushing.
D
Explanation:
A) The root for stone is lith.
B) A calculus is a stone.
C) The suffix for removal is -ectomy.
D) Correct.
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