When an external force bends the stereocilia of the inner ear hair cells,
A) the force is converted into mechanical energy.
B) the hair cells are temporarily damaged.
C) there is a change in the transmembrane potential of the hair cells.
D) dizziness results.
E) the cells become unresponsive.
Answer: C
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