Question

The membranous labyrinth is concerned with

• A. Hearing
• B. Equilibrium
• C. Both A and B
  
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Both A and B

Membranous labyrinth is a system of chambers in the inner ear and contains receptors that sense hearing and equilibrium. It is located in bony labyrinth and separated from bony labyrinth by a fluid called perilymph. Membranous labyrinth is filled with endolymph. Utricle and saccule which are otolith organs and maintain static equilibrium, are present in membranous labyrinth.

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