Distortion of Hair Cells in the Cochlea Causes

question 80

Multiple Choice

Distortion of hair cells in the cochlea causes

• A) initiation of action potentials in CN VI.
• B) bending of the basilar membrane.
• C) movement of the tympanic membrane.
• D) initiation of action potentials in CN VIII.

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