Hair Cells Have Projections Called _______ That Open Ion Channels

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Short Answer

Hair cells have projections called _______ that open ion channels when they bend in one direction and close ion channels when they bend in the opposite direction.

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Definitions:

Grasping Object

The action or ability to hold something firmly with the hands or arms, an important milestone in infant development.

Ulnar Grasp

A method of grasping objects in which the fingers close somewhat clumsily against the palm.

Neural Connections

The links between neurons (nerve cells) in the brain and nervous system that facilitate the transmission of signals and the processing of information.

Infant Brains

The developing neurological structures and cognitive functions in babies.