B0006268 Vestibular hair cells
Credit: Dr David Furness. Wellcome Images
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Colour-enhanced image of hair cells from the vestibular organ in the inner ear. Movement of fluid over these cells allows the position of the head to be sensed and the organism to make any necessary movements to remain balanced.
Scanning electron micrograph
2005 Published: –
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