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Question
Name the part of the inner ear that is responsible for static balance in human beings.
Solution
- The ampulla is a part of the human ear that maintains static balance.
- The inner ear consists of three semicircular canals that are placed at right angles.
- Each canal has a wider terminus with sensory cells for static balance (ampulla).
- Semicircular canals maintain static equilibrium in humans.
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