The Sensory Receptors of the Semicircular Canals are Located in The

Question

The sensory receptors of the semicircular canals are located in the
A) saccules.
B) ampullary crest.
C) perilymph.
D) utricles.
E) basilar membrane.

Accepted Answer

The sensory receptors of the semicircular canals are located in the ampullary crest, which is a swelling at the base of each semicircular canal. This area contains hair cells that are responsible for detecting rotational movements of the head.