State the location and function of the Organ of Corti.

  • A
    Located on the basilar membrane; acts as auditory receptors.
  • B
    Located in the middle ear; helps in sound amplification.
  • C
    Located in the semicircular canals; helps in body balance.
  • D
    Located in the eustachian tube; helps in pressure equalization.

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