In the word peristalsis, the combining form stal/o- means ________.
A. “around”
B. “contraction”
C. “process of”
D. “to move”
Answer:B
In the word peristalsis, the combining form stal/o- means ________.
A. “around” B. “contraction” C. “process of” D. “to move”
Explanation: A) The prefix peri– means “around.”