The portion of the ear that contains receptors that help the body to maintain its equilibrium is the
A) mastoid bone
B) eustachian tube
C) external auditory canal
D) semicircular canals and vestibule

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The semicircular canals and vestibule are located in the inner ear and contain receptors that help the body maintain its equilibrium. The mastoid bone, eustachian tube, and external auditory canal are all structures located in the middle and outer ear that play different roles in hearing and balance.

The Portion of the Ear That Contains Receptors That Help