The Ability to Detect Whether Your Body Is in a Horizontal

question 20

Multiple Choice

The ability to detect whether your body is in a horizontal or vertical position depends most directly on

• A) accommodation.
• B) sensory adaptation.
• C) the vestibular sense.
• D) olfactory receptors.

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Definitions:

Fecal

Pertaining to feces.

Heartburn

A burning sensation beneath the breastbone, usually associated with indigestion.

Laxative

A substance used to stimulate bowel movements, often used to treat constipation.

Vertex

The top of the head, the crown.