Asked by Sarah Velasquez on Sep 29, 2024

Where are the receptors for the vestibular sense

A)  muscles 
B)  inner ear 
C)  joints 
D)  skin

Vestibular Sense

The sense of body movement and position, including the sense of balance.

Inner Ear

The innermost part of the ear, containing the cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canals, crucial for hearing and balance.

Receptors

Specialized cells or proteins in the body that bind to specific molecules like neurotransmitters, hormones, or drugs, triggering a physiological response.

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