Neural Control and Coordination Question 56

56. Given below is a diagrammatic cross section of a single loop of human cochlea:

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Which one of the following options correctly represents the names of three different parts?

(a) B: Tectorial membrane, C: Perilymph, D: Secretory cells

(b) C: Endolymph, D: Sensory hair cells, A: Serum

(c) D: Sensory hair cells, A: Endolymph, B: Tectorial membrane

(d) A: Perilymph, B: Tectorial membrane, C: Endolymph

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Answer : d

Hints & Solutions

(d) The diagrammatic cross section of a single loop of human cochlea represents three different parts- A- Perilymph B- Tectorial membrane C-Endolymph Cochlea arises from sacculus. It is spirally coiled duct. It is also known as Lagena. It is connected with sacculus by duct of reuniens.