Each Upward Movement of the Basilar Membrane Causes the Stereocilia

question 168

Multiple Choice

Each upward movement of the basilar membrane causes the stereocilia of the inner hair cells to bend, opening ________ gates.

• A) K⁺
• B) Na⁺
• C) Ca²⁺
• D) Cl⁻
• E) Mg²⁺

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