Between the osseous and membranous labyrinths, a fluid is present. It is called as
A
Perilymph
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B
Endolymph
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C
Mucus
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D
Tears
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Solution
The correct option is A Perilymph The inner ear has two parts: the bony labyrinth and the membranous labyrinth. The membranous labyrinth is contained within the bony labyrinth and contains a fluid called as endolymph. Between the outer wall of the membranous labyrinth and the wall of the bony labyrinth is the perilymphatic space, which contains the perilymph.