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What does the suffix-lysis means?

The suffix "-lysis" means "breaking down", "loosening", or "dissolving".

Here are some examples:

* Hydrolysis: The breaking down of a molecule by the addition of water.

* Hemolysis: The breaking down of red blood cells.

* Analysis: The process of breaking down a complex topic or substance into its components.

* Paralysis: The loss of function or movement due to nerve damage.

* Electrolysis: The process of using electricity to break down a substance.

The suffix "-lysis" is often used in scientific and medical contexts to describe processes that involve the breaking down of something.

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