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Chapter 44.2, Problem 3CC
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To determine: The orientation of the semicircular canal with respect to each other.
Introduction: The vertebrate ear is consists of three parts; the outer ear, middle ear, and the inner ear. The inner ear contains structures, which are responsible for the detection of sound and also maintain balance in the animals.
Summary Introduction
To determine: The reason for the orientation of these canals in three different planes.
Introduction: The vertebrate ear is consists of three parts; the outer ear, middle ear, and the inner ear. The inner ear contains structures, which are responsible for the detection of sound and also maintain balance in the animals.
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