Which of the following combining forms refers to a structure not found inside the heart?
A) atri/o
B) phleb/o
C) valvul/o
D) ventricul/o
B) phleb/o
Phleb/o is for vein, which is not inside the heart. Atri/o is for atrium, valvul/o for
valve, and ventricul/o for ventricle; all are found inside the heart.
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