Where Are the Auditory Receptor Cells Located

question 107

Multiple Choice

 Where are the auditory receptor cells located?

• A) In the semicircular canal
• B) On the tympanic membrane
• C) On the basilar membrane
• D) In the malleus

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Definitions:

Artificial Selection

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Eda Gene

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