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The sense of equilibrium by ear is the f...

The sense of equilibrium by ear is the funciton of

A

Sensory cells of the organ of corti

B

Sensory crista of the ampulla

C

Tectorial membrane of cochlea

D

Basilar membrane of cochlea

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B
Semicircular canal has sensory supporting cells called cristae. It helps in the maintenance of the body position in response to rotational acceleration or deceleration.
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