Which part of the ear is responsible for the maintenance of balance?

Source: JAMB · 2024

Which part of the ear is responsible for the maintenance of balance?

  1. Ossicles
  2. Cochlea
  3. Perilymph
  4. Semicircular canal ✓
Explanation

The semicircular canals in the inner ear contain fluid. When the head moves, the fluid moves and tells the brain about the body’s position.

The cochlea is for hearing, and the ossicles carry sound vibrations.

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