We are able to sense gravity, acceleration, and movement

through space when the tug of gravity or rapid head movement causes the soft, gelatin-like mass within which of the following structures to shift and stimulate the hair- like receptor cells?
a. otolith organs
b. cochlea sacs
c. scala vestibuli
d. tympanic cavities


ANSWER: a

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