Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

13. The Peripheral Nervous System

Introduction to Sensory Receptors

Anatomy & Physiology

13. The Peripheral Nervous System

Introduction to Sensory Receptors

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Multiple Choice

What are the sensory organs responsible for the sense of dynamic equilibrium in the ear?

Eustachian tube

Otolith organs

Cochlea

Semicircular canals

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Begin by understanding the concept of dynamic equilibrium, which refers to the ability to maintain balance while in motion.

Identify the sensory organs in the ear that are involved in balance and equilibrium. These include the semicircular canals, otolith organs, and cochlea.

Focus on the semicircular canals, which are three fluid-filled loops located in the inner ear. They are oriented in different planes and are crucial for detecting rotational movements.

Learn how the semicircular canals function: When the head moves, the fluid inside the canals shifts, stimulating hair cells that send signals to the brain about the direction and speed of the movement.

Recognize that while the otolith organs (utricle and saccule) are involved in detecting linear acceleration and gravity, the semicircular canals are specifically responsible for sensing dynamic equilibrium, making them the correct answer.