Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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Which of the following CORRECTLY contrasts the stereocilia in the cochlea versus the stereocilia in the utricle?
a). The stereocilia in the cochlea are surrounded by perilymph, whereas the stereocilia in the utricle are surrounded by endolymph.
b). The stereocilia in the cochlea are surrounded by endolymph, whereas the stereocilia in the utricle are surrounded by perilymph.
c). The stereocilia in the cochlea are embedded in a tectorial membrane whereas the utricle are embedded in a cupula.
d). The stereocilia in the cochlea are embedded in a tectorial membrane whersas the stereocilia in the embedded in a cupula.
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