An Individual Never Developed Otoliths in the Inner Ear Due

question 47

Multiple Choice

An individual never developed otoliths in the inner ear due to a genetic defect. Which one of the following will be impaired as a result?

• A) hearing low-pitched sounds
• B) hearing high-pitched sounds
• C) sense of head position
• D) sense of direction of movement
• E) sense of rotational movement

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Definitions:

Moist Membrane

Tissue that remains wet and is involved in absorption, secretion, or exchange processes.

Diffusing

The process of a substance spreading from an area of high concentration to an area of lower concentration.

Respiratory Passageways

The paths that air follows to enter and exit the lungs, including the nose, throat, trachea, and bronchi.

Epiglottis

Tissue flap that folds down to prevent food from entering the trachea during swallowing.