Which of the following suffixes means vomiting?
A) -ectasis
B) -emesis
C) -staxis
D) -ptosis
B
Explanation: A) The suffix -ectasis means dilation or expansion.
B) Correct.
C) The suffix -staxis means dripping.
D) The suffix -ptosis means drooping or sagging.
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