The prefix "hemi-" indicates half or partial. Which term would correctly describe a condition of partial paralysis?

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AHemodialysis
BHematuria
CHemiplegia
DHemostasis

✓ Correct answer: C. Hemiplegia Answer: Hemiplegia Hemiplegia involves partial or complete paralysis on one side of the body. The prefix "hemi-" denotes half. Hemostasis refers to the process of stopping bleeding or the flow of blood. Hemodialysis is a process used to clean blood in individuals with kidney failure. Hematuria denotes the presence of blood in urine.

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