Static equilibrium is due to: (A) Macula, (B) Cupula, (C) End organ of coi, (D) Cristae ampulla
Answer is A. Macula is the peripheral receptor of utricle and saccule; Static equilibrium is controlled by utricle and saccule Semicircular canals respond to angular acceleration and deceleration Cristae is located in the ampullary ends of the semicircular canals Ref: PL Dhingra 6th edition of Ear, Nose and Throat; pg no 18