4(a)
(i) Draw a well labelled diagram of the membranous labyrinth found in the inner ear.
(ii) Based on the diagram drawn above in (i) give a suitable term for each of the following descriptions:
- (a)The sensory cells that helps in hearing.
- (b)The part that is responsible for static balance of the body.
- (c)The membrane covered opening that connects the middle ear to the inner ear.
- (d)The fluid present in the middle chamber of cochlea.
- (e)The structure that maintains dynamic equilibrium of the body.
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(i) Below labelled diagram shows the membranous labyrinth found in the inner ear:
(ii) The suitable terms for the descriptions are given below:
- Organ of Corti
- Utriculus and sacculus.
- Oval window / Round window
- Endolymph
- Semi-circular canals