The force that bends the tips of the inner hair cells in response to movement of the basilar membrane arises from the __________.
A. linkage between the hair cells and the tectorial membrane
B. mechanical linkage between the hair cells and the tympanic membrane
C. movement of the hair cells through the tectorial membrane
D. movement of fluid past the tips of the hair cells
Answer: D
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