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Explain how the structure of the human ear performs the function of balancing

      

Explain how the structure of the human ear performs the function of balancing.

  

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Felix
•There are three semi-circular canals/utriculus/succulus/vestibular apparatus arranged in planes at right angles to each other.
•At the end of each canal is a swelling called ampulla which contains receptors.
•The movement of the head causes movement of the ?uid/endolymph in at least one canal.
•The fluid movement causes stimulation of the receptors/sensory hairs.
•Sensory impulses are generated
•The auditory nerve transmits the impulses to the brain for interpretation for the position of body/posture/balance.
Anganifelix answered the question on April 18, 2018 at 11:55


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