Asked by MOLINA GUTRIDGE on Jul 09, 2024
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The semicircular canals are ____.
A) empty
B) filled with gas
C) filled with a liquid
D) small bones in the ear
E) passageways for nerves
Semicircular Canals
Three fluid-filled tubes in the inner ear that help maintain balance by detecting changes in head rotation and motion.
Liquid
A state of matter with a definite volume but no fixed shape, that flows and adapts to the shape of its container.
- Familiarize oneself with the configuration and purpose of the sensory system in vertebrates.
- Outline the function of sensory organs in sustaining balance and posture.
Verified Answer
JD
Jaiden DavisJul 11, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The semicircular canals are filled with a liquid called endolymph. This liquid moves in response to head movements and helps the brain determine the body's position and movement in space.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the configuration and purpose of the sensory system in vertebrates.
- Outline the function of sensory organs in sustaining balance and posture.