Question

Choose between the two options to answer the questions specified in the brackets:

Perilymph or endolymph(Which one surrounds the organ of Corti?)

Answer 1

Perilymph:

The membranous labyrinth is present inside the bony labyrinth and surrounded by a fluid known as perilymph.

Endolymph:

1. The endolymph is filled within the membranous labyrinth.
2. The labyrinth is the innermost part of the ear.
3. It is divided into two parts, the bony and the membranous labyrinth.
4. The coiled portion of the labyrinth is called the cochlea.
5. The bony labyrinth is a series of channels. Inside these channels lies the membranous labyrinth, which is surrounded by a fluid called perilymph.
6. The membranous labyrinth is filled with a fluid called endolymph.
7. Endolymph surrounds the organ of Corti.