What Inner Ear Structure Detects Acceleration and Deceleration Movements of the Head

question 50

Multiple Choice

What inner ear structure detects acceleration and deceleration movements of the head?

• A) Tensor tympani and stapedius
• B) Spiral organ
• C) Maculae
• D) Ossicles
• E) Scala vestibule

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