GREEK ROOTS

Question

Choose one Greek root word and 7 words that include this root and meaning of each word.

Answer 1

Let's choose the Greek root "bio," which means "life."

Here are seven words that include this root along with their meanings:

1. Biography: A written account of someone's life, detailing their experiences, accomplishments, and events that shaped their life.

2. Biology: The scientific study of living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution.

3. Biodegradable: Capable of being broken down by biological processes, typically referring to materials that can decompose naturally in the environment.

4. Biocentric: Centered on life or living organisms; often used in philosophical contexts where life is regarded as central to moral consideration.

5. Biosphere: The global sum of all ecosystems; it refers to the zone of life on Earth, encompassing land, water, and the atmosphere.

6. Biome: A major regional or global community of organisms, characterized by the dominant forms of plant life and the prevailing climate.

7. Antibiotic: A type of medicine that kills bacteria or inhibits their growth, saving lives by treating infections caused by bacteria.

These words all share the root "bio," emphasizing aspects of life in various contexts.