Asked by Kadeem Simon on Apr 27, 2024
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Vertigo would most likely result from
A) continuous stimulation of the tympanic membrane.
B) bipolar cells stimulating the retina.
C) the formation of particles in the semicircular canals.
D) increased vibrations in the basilar membrane.
E) lack of red or green cones.
Semicircular Canals
Structures in the inner ear involved in maintaining balance.
Vertigo
Equilibrium disorder that is often associated with problems in the receptors of the semicircular canals in the ear.
Tympanic Membrane
Membranous region that receives air vibrations in an auditory organ; in humans, the eardrum.
- Explain the physiological foundations and varieties of equilibrium and their significance in maintaining body posture.
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Solange NzamureraMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Vertigo is a sensation of dizziness or spinning, often caused by dysfunction in the inner ear. The formation of particles in the semicircular canals can disturb the balance signals sent to the brain, leading to a sensation of vertigo.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the physiological foundations and varieties of equilibrium and their significance in maintaining body posture.