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The gelatinous mass overlying the hair cells in the macula of the utricle and saccule is known as the

A. Cupula
B. Tectorial membrane
C. Otolithic membrane
D. Basilar membrane

📝 Explanation

The otolithic membrane is the gelatinous layer studded with heavy otoliths. When the head tilts, gravity pulls this membrane, bending the hair cells of the macula. The cupula is in the semicircular canals, and the tectorial membrane is in the cochlea.

📖 Additional Information

  • Cupula
  • Tectorial membrane
  • Otolithic membrane
  • Basilar membrane

The otolithic membrane is the gelatinous layer studded with heavy otoliths. When the head tilts, gravity pulls this membrane, bending the hair cells of the macula. The cupula is in the semicircular canals, and the tectorial membrane is in the cochlea.

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