Asked by Daria Settles on Sep 29, 2024
Which part of the ear has a role in maintaining balance
A) semi-circular canals
B) basilar membrane
C) ossicles
D) cochlea
Semi-circular Canals
Three fluid-filled bony channels in the inner ear that are involved in maintaining balance and sensing rotational movements.
Balance
The state of having equal distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady.
Basilar Membrane
A key structure within the cochlea of the inner ear, involved in the detection of sound frequencies.
- Illustrate the significance of kinesthetic and vestibular senses in the orchestration of movement and maintenance of balance.
Learning Objectives
- Illustrate the significance of kinesthetic and vestibular senses in the orchestration of movement and maintenance of balance.