The Membrane That Is Most Directly Responsible for the Ability

question 60

Multiple Choice

The membrane that is most directly responsible for the ability to discriminate different pitches of sound is the

• A) round window.
• B) oval window.
• C) tympanic membrane.
• D) tectorial membrane.
• E) basilar membrane.

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Definitions:

Pregnant

The state of carrying a developing fetus within the female body, typically lasting about 40 weeks from the last menstrual period to childbirth.

Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis to sample a small amount of amniotic fluid for testing.

Amniotic Fluid

The fluid within the amniotic sac that surrounds the embryo or fetus.

Uterus

A female reproductive organ where a fertilized egg can develop into a fetus.