Dynamic Equilibrium Flashcards
1
Q
3 semicircular canals
A
anterior, posterior, and lateral
2
Q
receptors within the semicircular ducts detect…
A
rotational movement of the head
3
Q
ampulla
A
expanded region within each semicircular duct
4
Q
crista ampullaris
A
elevated region of ampulla covered by an epithelium of hair cells
5
Q
capula
A
hair cells embeded into an overlying gelatinous dome
6
Q
when head rotates…
A
endolymph pushes against cupula and bends sterocilia
