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In mammalian ear, a membranous structure, which separate the scala vestibuli and scala media is
In mammalian ear, a membranous structure, which separate the scala vestibuli and scala media is
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The correct option is D Reissner's membrane
Reissner's membrane (vestibular membrane) is a membrane inside the cochlea of the inner ear. It separates scala media from scala vestibuli. Together with the basilar membrane, it creates a compartment in the cochlea filled with endolymph, which is important for the function of the organ of Corti. It functions as a diffusion barrier, allowing nutrients to travel from the perilymph to the endolymph of the membranous labyrinth.
Reissner's membrane (vestibular membrane) is a membrane inside the cochlea of the inner ear. It separates scala media from scala vestibuli. Together with the basilar membrane, it creates a compartment in the cochlea filled with endolymph, which is important for the function of the organ of Corti. It functions as a diffusion barrier, allowing nutrients to travel from the perilymph to the endolymph of the membranous labyrinth.
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