Question

What is scala media?

Answer 1

Scala media:

1. Scala media is a cavity filled with endolymph inside the cochlea.
2. It is separated by basilar membrane and reissner membrane.

Roof:

1. Roof of scala media is formed by vestibular membrane.
2. Outer wall formed by periosteum which lines the bony canals.

Floor:

Floor is formed by membrana basilaris and the outer part of lamina spiralis ossea.

Diagram:

Function:

1. Scala media has organ of corti which is the receptor organ for hearing.
2. Endolymph is very rich in potassium and has positive potential (80mV).