The receptor for static equilibrium is the ________

A) macula
B) semicircular canals
C) utricle
D) cochlea


A
Explanation:
B) The semicircular canals contain cristae which are the receptors for balance.
C) The utricle contains the receptors for static equilibrium.
D) The cochlea contains receptors for hearing.

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