Ampulla – location, function
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Labeled graphic:
An ampulla in the sense of rotation with cupola surrounded by endolymph. The movement of the lymph distorts the shape of the cupola.
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Last update:
2018-04-22
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Description:
The cupola is pressed to the right or left by the flow of lymph. The sensory cells at the crista of the cupola are stimulated.
Information and ideas:
This graphic is very good for explaining the function of the sense of rotation in the inner ear.
Relevant for teaching:
Structure and functions of a sensory organ
Reception of stimuli and processing of information
Information and ideas:
This graphic is very good for explaining the function of the sense of rotation in the inner ear.
Relevant for teaching:
Structure and functions of a sensory organ
Reception of stimuli and processing of information
Related media:
There are no other media directly related to this file.
Learning resource type:
Information sheet
Subjects:
Biology
Grade levels:
Grade 5 to 6; Grade 7 to 9; Grade 10 to 13
School types:
Middle/high school; Vocational training
Keywords:
Anatomy (human); Ear; Sense of balance; Sense organ; Ear (inner ear); Medical illustration; Sense of balance; Sense organ
Bibliography:
Siemens Stiftung Media Portal
Author:
MediaHouse GmbH
Rights holder:
© Siemens Stiftung 2018