Multiple choice

In the internal ear, the auditory receptors are present in _________.

  1. membranous labyrinth

  2. basilar membrane

  3. tympanic membrane

  4. vestibular membrane

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The organ of Corti, which contains the hair cells (auditory receptors), is located on the basilar membrane within the cochlea of the inner ear.