Question

The tectorial membrane is found in the

• A. Eye of Frog
• B. Eye of Mammals
• C. Ear of Mammals
• D. Tongue of Frog

Answer 1

The correct option is C Ear of Mammals

The tectorial membrane is found in the inner ear of mammals. The cochlea of inner ear has two membranes, one is the basilar membrane and the other is tectorial membrane. Tectorial membrane is present between scala vestibuli and scala tympani. It is an extracellular connective tissue and covers the sensory receptor cells of inner ear.

So, the correct answer is 'Ear of mammals'.