Auditory & Vestibular Systems

Question 1

The neuroepithelium of the auditory and vestibular divisions of the ear is found in the:

Answer 1

inner ear.

Question 2

The anatomy of the external ear functions to amplify sounds by:

Answer 2

resonance

Question 3

The function of the tensor tympani and stapedius muscles is to:

Answer 3

reduce loudness

Question 4

The fluid that fills the scala media is:

Answer 4

endolymph

Question 5

The ventral cochlear nucleus functions to process sound based on:

Answer 5

location

Question 6

The efferent (olivocochlear) bundle arises from neuron cell bodies located in the

Answer 6

superior olivary nucleus

Question 7

The large midbrain nucleus associated with the auditory system is the:

Answer 7

inferior colliculus

Question 8

The large diencephalic nucleus associated with the auditory system is the:

Answer 8

medial geniculate nucleus

Question 9

The static labyrinth helps to provide balance by monitoring the:

Answer 9

gravity vector

Question 10

Fibers that originate from the horizontal canal in support of the vestibulo-ocular reflex terminate in the:

Answer 10

vestibular nuclear complex

Question 11

Excitatory signals from the horizontal semicircular canal via a relay and in support of the vestibulo-ocular reflex reach the:

Answer 11

contralateral abducens nucleus

Question 12

The primary vestibular cortex is believed to include the:

Answer 12

posterior insular cortex