The Reason That Our Ears Have Three Semicircular Canals Is

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Multiple Choice

The reason that our ears have three semicircular canals is so that:

• A)we have one canal to sense motion in each of the three planes.
• B)we can see the world in three dimensions.
• C)we can detect sound locations in the three-dimensional world.
• D)we can prevent motion sickness.

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Definitions:

Hysteroplasty

A surgical procedure on the uterus, which can include repair or reconstruction.

Salpingectomy

A surgical procedure involving the removal of one or both of a woman's fallopian tubes.

Salpingotomy

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Salpingitis

An infection and inflammation of the fallopian tubes, which can lead to infertility if untreated.