Which Sensory Structure in the Inner Ear Is Capable of Sensing

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which sensory structure in the inner ear is capable of sensing rapid rotation of your head to the left?

• A)macula of the saccule
• B)macule of the utricle
• C)crista of a semicircular duct
• D)organ of Corti
• E)None of these choices can sense angular acceleration.

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