What are the receptors for static equilibrium?

A) saccule
B) cristae
C) ampulla
D) maculae


D
Explanation:
A) The saccules are not receptors but they house the receptors for static equilibrium.
B) Cristae are the receptors for balance.
C) The ampulla houses the cristae which are the receptors for balance.

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