The Cochlea Is a

question 69

Multiple Choice

The cochlea is a

• A) fluid-filled tube in which sound waves trigger nerve impulses.
• B) fluid-filled tube that provides a sense of upright body position.
• C) fluid-filled tube that provides a sense of body movement.
• D) set of three tiny bones that amplify the vibrations of the earndrum.

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Definitions:

Compact Bone Tissue

A type of bone tissue that is dense and solid, providing structural strength.

Spongy Bone

Also known as cancellous bone, this is a porous type of bone found at the ends of long bones and in the inner layers of other bones, providing structural support and flexibility.

Trabeculae

Mesh-like structures of supportive or connective tissue found in organs such as the heart, lymph nodes, and spongy bones, aiding in structural support.

Compact Bone

The dense, hard outer layer of bone that gives it strength and houses the osteons, necessary for support and protection.