WAEC Biology 1994 Question 46

Question 46

Sense Organs

Which pair of structures contributes to balance in mammals?

  1. A.Utriculus and Sacculus
  2. B.Malleus and Stapes
  3. C.Sacculus and cochlea
  4. D.Utriculus and pinna
  5. E.Fenestra ovalis and sacculus
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Answer: A (Utriculus and Sacculus)

Explanation

The utriculus and sacculus (with the semicircular canals) detect position and keep balance.