The combining form kel/o- means ________

A) "tumor"
B) "scrape off"
C) "lice"
D) "tearing"


A
Explanation: A) Correct!
B) Abras/o- means "scrape off."
C) Pedicul/o- means "lice."
D) Lacer/o- means "tearing."

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