Fluid located in the cochlea is set in motion and causes vibration in the
A) ossicles.
B) bipolar cells.
C) basilar membrane.
D) semicircular canals.
E) tympanic membrane.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The basilar membrane is located in the cochlea of the inner ear and is responsible for converting sound waves into neural impulse. The fluid in the cochlea sets the basilar membrane in motion, which causes the hair cells to bend and fire action potentials.

Therefore, the correct answer is C - basilar membrane.

Fluid Located in the Cochlea Is Set in Motion and Causes