The Structure Within the Cochlea That Contains the Auditory Receptors

question 30

Multiple Choice

The structure within the cochlea that contains the auditory receptors is called the:

• A)pinna
• B)tympanic membrane
• C)basilar membrane
• D)auditory canal

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Definitions:

Aspartic Acid

A non-essential amino acid involved in the synthesis of proteins and in the urea cycle of mammals.

Aqueous Surroundings

Refers to an environment or condition where water is the solvent surrounding a substance or structure.

Secondary Structure

The level of protein structure involving hydrogen bonding between the backbone amide and carbonyl groups, forming alpha-helices and beta-pleated sheets.

Double Helix

The structure formed by double-stranded molecules of nucleic acids such as DNA.