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Self-test questions: Chapter 16
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Self-test questions: Chapter 16
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The vestibular system is contained within the membranous labyrinth.
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The sensory epithelia of the semicircular canals are located in the swellings at the base of each canal.
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The saccule and utricle signal the angular acceleration of the head.
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The semicircular canals play an important role in stabilising the visual field during motion.
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The semi-circular canals contain perilymph
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When a subject is rotated in a swivelling chair, their eyes will exhibit a vestibular nystagmus.
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The utricle will respond to the deceleration of a moving vehicle.
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The utricle and saccule play an important role in the maintenance of posture.
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People with unilateral damage to their vestibular system have no difficulty in maintaining a normal posture.
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