Which of the following membranes acts as a rigid roof over the cilia of the hair cells of the spiral organ, causing the cilia to bend against it when sound waves are present?

A. Tectorial membrane
B. Basilar membrane
C. Vestibular membrane
D. Cochlear membrane
E. Tympanic membrane


Answer: A

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