Question

Statoreceptors are located in

• A. Cristae
• B. Maculae
• C. Both A and B
• D. Cochlea

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both A and B

Statoreceptors are the receptors that sense changes in equilibrium and orientation of body. They are located in Cristae and Maculae. Crista is a projecting ridge of ampulla which is the swollen base of bony canal in inner ear. Macula is a projecting ridge of saccule and utricle which are otolith organs in vestibular apparatus of inner ear. Crista and macula are specific receptors of vestibular apparatus that are responsible for maintaining balance of body and posture.

So, the correct answer is 'Both A and B'.