Question

The diagram below shows a part of the ear responsible for posture.

1.   
   1. What is the name of the part shown by the diagram above? 
   2. Where in the ear is the part located? 
   3. What is the role of the part above?
   4. Name the part labelled C and D.

Answer 1

1. Ampulla (organ);
2. Semi-circular canal(s);
3. Maintenance body balance and posture in relation to movement of the head;
4.    
   • C - (Gelatinous) cupula;
   • D - Sensory cell(s);