Which of the Following Is Caused by Fluid Movement in the Cochlea

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is caused by fluid movement in the cochlea

• A)displacement of the oval window, which dissipates pressure
• B)deflection of the tympanic membrane
• C)bending of the hairs of the receptor cells of the organ of Corti
• D)displacement of the ear tube

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