Activating the Macula

Question 0

How does activation occur in the direction of the Kinocilium?

Answer 0

1. Depolarizes vestibular nerve fibers

2. Increases in the number of AP’s generated

Question 1

What are the two ways the Maculae can be activated?

Answer 1

By movement in the direction of the Kinocilium.
Or
Movement away from the Kinocilium.

Question 2

How does activation occur in the direction away from the Kinocilium?

Answer 2

1. Hyperpolarizes vestibular nerves

2. Reduces the rate of impulse propagation

Question 3

How is the brain informed by the changing position if the head?

Answer 3

By the increase or decrease of impulse frequency