Question

State whether the following statements are true or false. If false, correct them by changing any one single word in each.
(a) Deafness is caused due to rupturing of the pinna.
(b) Semi-circular canals are concerned with static (positional) balance.

Answer 1

(a) Deafness is caused due to rupturing of the pinna.

This statement is false, as deafness is caused due to rupturing of the eardrum.

(b) Semi-circular canals are concerned with static (positional) balance.

This statement is also false as semicircular canals are concerned with dynamic equilibrium or balance.