Rhythmic, Automatic Behaviors, Such as Running Are Made Possible by

question 61

Multiple Choice

Rhythmic, automatic behaviors, such as running are made possible by

• A) parallel thinking ability that allows humans to do two things at once
• B) memorizing the sequence of muscle contractions and executing them in the same way each time
• C) using somatic reflexes that account for the state of the environment around
• D) "muscle memory" that works independently from the nervous system

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Definitions:

Meniere's Disease

A disorder of the inner ear that can lead to dizzy spells (vertigo) and hearing loss.

Inner Ear

The core section of the ear, which includes the cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canals, plays a crucial role in both hearing and maintaining balance.

Stapedectomy

A surgical procedure to remove part or all of the stapes bone in the middle ear, usually to treat hearing loss caused by otosclerosis.

Stapes

The smallest bone in the human body, located in the middle ear, playing a key role in the transmission of sound vibrations.