« previous next »

Author Question: The mechanical stimulus that induces movements of the hair cells is the a. movement of the stapes ... (Read 89 times)

asd123

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 557
on: Jun 22, 2018
The mechanical stimulus that induces movements of the hair cells is the
 
  a. movement of the stapes against the oval window.
  b. contraction of the muscle fibers within the middle ear.
  c. movement of the malleus against the round window.
  d. movement of the stapes against the round window.
  e. movement of the scala tympani.

Question 2

The hair-like appendages that extend from the ends of the auditory receptors are known as
 
  a. cilia.
  b. rods.
  c. intrafusal fibers.
  d. extrafusal fibers.
  e. villi.


mcabuhat

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 344
Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: a. movement of the stapes against the oval window.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a. cilia.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

In 1885, the Lloyd Manufacturing Company of Albany, New York, promoted and sold "Cocaine Toothache Drops" at 15 cents per bottle! In 1914, the Harrison Narcotic Act brought the sale and distribution of this drug under federal control.

Did you know?

Fungal nail infections account for up to 30% of all skin infections. They affect 5% of the general population—mostly people over the age of 70.

Did you know?

In 2012, nearly 24 milliion Americans, aged 12 and older, had abused an illicit drug, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).

Did you know?

Thyroid conditions cause a higher risk of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.

Did you know?

In the United States, there is a birth every 8 seconds, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Population Clock.

Structure and basic function of a typical vertebrate neuron and associated glial cells. Structure and basic function of a typical vertebrate neuron and associated glial cells.
Sickled and normal red blood cells Sickled and normal red blood cells
Looking at Cells Looking at Cells
Examples of four different types of cells from the body. Although each cell has a cell membrane, nuc Examples of four different types of cells from the body. Although each cell has a cell membrane, nuc
Electron micrograph of the plasma membranes of two cells showing the glycocalyx. Electron micrograph of the plasma membranes of two cells showing the glycocalyx.
Cells are the basic units of life Cells are the basic units of life
Video: Introduction to Eating Disorders

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library