Moving your head causes the fluid to swirl within the _____, bending a small "flap," or "float," called the _____, the bending of which stimulates hair cells and signals head rotation.
A)tympanic membrane; oval window
B)organ of Corti; auditory ossicle
C)semicircular canals; crista
D)cochlea; organ of Corti

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Moving your head causes the fluid to swirl within the semicircular canals, bending a small "flap," or "float," called the crista, the bending of which stimulates hair cells and signals head rotation. The other options mentioned are also parts of the ear but do not play a role in sensing head rotation.

Moving Your Head Causes the Fluid to Swirl Within the _____