The Structure That Forms the "Roof" of the Organ of Corti

question 95

Multiple Choice

The structure that forms the "roof" of the organ of Corti is the

• A)basilar membrane.
• B)tectorial membrane.
• C)stapedius.
• D)perilymph.
• E)endolymph.

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Definitions:

Physiological Functioning

The manner in which biological processes operate within an organism to maintain life and health.

Voluntary Behaviours

Actions or activities that are performed intentionally by an organism, often in response to a decision or choice.

Acquisition

The initial stage of learning or conditioning process during which an association between a stimulus and response is formed.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process in which a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a meaningful stimulus and acquires the capacity to elicit similar responses.