The correct sequence for the transmission of low frequency sound vibrations is
A) stapes, perilymph, basilar membrane, hair cells
B) stapes, perilymph, vestibular membrane, hair cells
C) stapes, endolymph, vestibular membrane, hair cells
D) incus, endolymph, basilar membrane, hair cells
E) incus, perilymph, basilar membrane, hair cells

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The correct sequence for the transmission of low frequency sound vibrations is: Stapes (in the middle ear) → Perilymph (in the cochlea) → Basilar membrane (in the cochlea) → Hair cells (in the organ of Corti on the basilar membrane). The vestibular membrane, endolymph, and incus are not involved in the transmission of sound vibrations in the cochlea. Therefore, option A is the best choice as it correctly identifies the sequence of structures involved in the transmission of low frequency sound vibrations.

The Correct Sequence for the Transmission of Low Frequency Sound