Precession of Earth's Axis of Rotation Is Caused By

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Multiple Choice

Precession of Earth's axis of rotation is caused by:

• A) the pull of Jupiter on Earth.
• B) the periodic effects of comets passing close to Earth.
• C) the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's equatorial bulge.
• D) changes in the shape of Earth's orbit due to the gravitational pull of the Sun.

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Definitions:

Cochlea's Hair Cells

Sensory cells located within the cochlea of the inner ear, responsible for converting sound vibrations into electrical signals for the brain to interpret as sound.

Auditory Nerve

A component of the auditory system that transmits sound information from the cochlea in the inner ear to the brain.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped, fluid-filled tube in the inner ear that plays a key role in the process of hearing by converting sound vibrations into nerve impulses.

Fluid-Filled Tube

A tube or vessel containing liquid, often used in biological systems or mechanical devices to transfer fluids.