The Hair Cells Inside the Cochlea Depolarize When the ____

question 144

Multiple Choice

The hair cells inside the cochlea depolarize when the ____ channels are opened.

• A)Calcium"
• B)Sodium"
• C)Neurotransmitter"
• D)Potassium"

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Definitions:

Dense Irregular Connective Tissue

A type of connective tissue with densely packed fibers arranged in a disorderly fashion, providing strength and flexibility to structures like the dermis.

Fibroblasts

Cells in connective tissue that produce collagen and other fibers, playing a key role in healing wounds.

Collagen Fibers

Strong, fibrous proteins that serve as a major component of connective tissues, providing structural support and elasticity.

Proteoglycans

Large molecules found in the extracellular matrix of animal tissue, consisting of a core protein and one or more covalently attached glycosaminoglycan (GAG) chains, involved in maintaining the structural integrity of tissues.