Self-test questions: Chapter 16

Self-test questions: Chapter 16

. The vestibular system is contained within the membranous labyrinth.

. The sensory epithelia of the semicircular canals are located in the swellings at the base of each canal.

. The saccule and utricle signal the angular acceleration of the head.

. The semicircular canals play an important role in stabilising the visual field during motion.

. The semi-circular canals contain perilymph

. When a subject is rotated in a swivelling chair, their eyes will exhibit a vestibular nystagmus.

. The utricle will respond to the deceleration of a moving vehicle.

. The utricle and saccule play an important role in the maintenance of posture.

. People with unilateral damage to their vestibular system have no difficulty in maintaining a normal posture.

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