Which root means fascia?

• A. Gangli/o
• B. Dermat/o
• C. Fasci/o
• D. Hepat/o

Answer: (C)

In medical terminology, the root part of a word tells you the main structure involved. This item tests which root corresponds to fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles and other structures. The root fasci/o specifically means fascia, so it appears in terms like fascial (relating to fascia) and fascia itself.

To contrast the others: gangli/o refers to a ganglion, a nerve cell cluster; dermat/o means skin; hepat/o means liver. These roots point to their respective structures, not fascia, which is why fasci/o is the correct root for fascia.