Hearing Balance And Acceleration

Specialized Hair Cells Play Crucial Role in Sensory Perception

Hearing, Balance, and Acceleration

Specialized hair cells, known as secondary sensory cells, are responsible for our senses of hearing, balance, linear acceleration, and angular acceleration. These cells are located in the inner ear and send signals to the brain to interpret sound, movement, and orientation.

Semicircular Canals

In the semicircular canals, hair cells are located on the cristae ampullares and project towards the cavity of the canals. They are stimulated by a fluid called endolymph, which flows through the canals during head movements. This stimulation sends signals to the brain that help us maintain balance and detect angular acceleration.