Question

multiple choice question
the structure that contains the hearing receptors in the cochlea is called the:
o spiral organ
o vestibular nerve
o vestibule
o auditory ossicles

Explanation:

The spiral organ (organ of Corti) in the cochlea contains the hearing - sensitive hair cells which are the hearing receptors. The vestibular nerve is related to balance, the vestibule is part of the inner ear related to balance, and the auditory ossicles are the middle - ear bones for sound conduction.

Answer:

A. spiral organ