The Fluid-Filled Tube That Is the Organ of Auditory Transduction

question 42

Multiple Choice

The fluid-filled tube that is the organ of auditory transduction is the:

• A)cochlea.
• B)auditory nerve.
• C)eardrum.
• D)semicircular canal.

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Definitions:

Lactate

A byproduct of anaerobic metabolism, commonly produced in muscles during intense exercise, and used as an energy source.

Concentric Contractions

A type of muscle contraction in which the muscle shortens while generating force.

Muscle Tension

The force generated by the contraction of muscle fibers, often in response to external stimuli or neural activation.

Isometric Contractions

Muscle contractions where the muscle exerts force without changing length, used for stabilization and posture.