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WAEC Biology 2009 Question 22

Question 22

Sense Organs

The part of the ear which contains nerve cells sensitive to sound vibrations is the

  1. A.cochlea.
  2. B.ampulla
  3. C.tympanum.
  4. D.malleus.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (cochlea.)

Explanation

The cochlea in the inner ear holds the sensory hair cells that respond to sound; the ampulla senses movement for balance.