Our Perception of the Pull of Gravity and Linear Acceleration

question 68

Multiple Choice

Our perception of the pull of gravity and linear acceleration is the result of

• A) changes in the pressure exerted by the cupula on hair cells.
• B) vibrations of the tectorial membrane striking hair cells.
• C) the pressure exerted by the otolithic organ on hair cells of the maculae.
• D) the movement of the otolithic organ within the ampullae of the semicircular canals.

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