Question

Cochlea of mammalian ear is concerned with

• A. Balancing of body
• B. Hearing
• C. Pereception of atmospheric pressure
• D. Both A and B

Answer 1

The correct option is B Hearing

Cochlea is a part of the inner ear. It is shaped liked snail shell. It is also called as organ of hearing. It receives sound in the form of vibrations and converts it into the perception of hearing. Vestibule is a part of inner ear which plays major role in balancing the body. Auditory tube helps to keep air pressure in the middle ear at equilibrium with atmospheric pressure by interpreting the atmospheric pressure.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.