Asked by Anica Tacna on Jun 17, 2024
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Which of the following play the biggest role in our feeling dizzy and unbalanced after a thrilling roller coaster ride?
A) olfactory receptors
B) endorphins
C) nociceptors
D) semicircular canals
Semicircular Canals
Semicircular canals are three fluid-filled tubes located in the inner ear that play a key role in maintaining balance and spatial orientation by detecting rotations of the head.
Nociceptors
Sensory receptors that send signals to the brain in response to potentially harmful stimuli, causing the perception of pain.
Endorphins
Natural chemicals produced in the brain that act as painkillers and mood enhancers, often released in response to stress or physical activity.
- Discuss the psychological and neural processes involved in kinesthetic and vestibular senses.
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Bilyana TsvetkovaJun 19, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The semicircular canals, part of the inner ear, are primarily responsible for our sense of balance. During a roller coaster ride, the rapid movements and changes in direction can disrupt the fluid in these canals, leading to feelings of dizziness and imbalance.
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the psychological and neural processes involved in kinesthetic and vestibular senses.