Ampulla – location, function

Bild Labeled graphic:An ampulla in the sense of rotation with cupola surrounded by endolymph. The movement of the lymph distorts the shape of the cupola. The cupola is pressed to the right or left by the flow of lymph. The sensory cells at the crista of the cupola are stimulated. Information and ideas:This graphic is very good for explaining the function of the sense of rotation in the inner ear. Relevant for teaching:Structure and functions of a sensory organReception of stimuli and processing of information