Static equilibrium is maintained by |
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a) |
Utriculus |
b) |
Sacculus |
c) |
Both (a) and (b) |
d) |
Semi-circular canals |
Static equilibrium is maintained by |
|||
a) |
Utriculus |
b) |
Sacculus |
c) |
Both (a) and (b) |
d) |
Semi-circular canals |
(c)
Static equilibrium refers to orientation of the body (mainly head) relative to gravity. Untriculus and sacculus are considered to be sense organs of static equilibrium, while three semi-circular canals maintain dynamic equilibrium.