1
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Sacculus and utriculus
A
Membranous sacs filled with endolymph, part of inner ear
2
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Macula
A
A receptor in the utriculus and sacculus that detects the position of the head in space with respect to gravity
3
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Ampulla
A
A widened part at the base of s semicircular canal, containing a christa
4
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Crista
A
A receptor in the semicircular canals that detects changes in the speed or movement of the head
5
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Cupula
A
A jelly-like cap that forms part of the crista
Grade 12 LS 2016
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