Question

words with the word root tom will have a meaning related to
birth
the body
the earth
sleep

Explanation:

The word - root "tom" is related to cutting or division. In medical terms, "tom" is used in words like "appendectomy" (removal of the appendix, where - ectomy means cutting out). However, among the given options, the closest related meaning is birth as "tom" can be related to the idea of cutting or separating in the context of the process of birth (such as in the case of a cesarean section which involves cutting).

Answer:

A. birth