Across
- 7. (pillar) cells Which cells provide structural support in the organ of Corti?
- 11. What fluid is contained within the membranous labyrinth?
- 12. ampullaris What sensory structure is found in the semicircular ducts?
- 13. cells What are the main sensory receptor cells for hearing?
- 15. What are the hair-like projections of vestibular hair cells called?
- 18. labyrinth What is the osseous cavity of the inner ear called?
- 19. What is the expanded region of a semicircular duct called?
- 20. carbonate What mineral composes the otoliths?
Down
- 1. and equilibrium What is the main function of vestibular sensory cells?
- 2. What fluid fills the bony labyrinth?
- 3. nerve Which nerve carries balance-related sensory information?
- 4. membrane What gelatinous layer covers the macula?
- 5. nerve Which nerve transmits auditory impulses to the brain?
- 6. apparatus Which part of the inner ear is responsible for balance?
- 8. and saccule In which structures are the maculae located?
- 9. of Corti Where are the auditory sensory receptors located?
- 10. Which part of the inner ear is responsible for hearing?
- 14. membrane Which membrane overlies the organ of Corti?
- 16. of Corti What space separates the inner and outer hair cells?
- 17. What sensory structure detects linear acceleration and head position?