cochlear duct of membranous labyrinth

cochlea duct

An endolymph filled cavity inside the cochlea, located in between the scala tympani and the scala vestibuli, separated by the basilar membrane and Reissner's membrane (the vestibular membrane) respectively. Houses the organ of Corti[WP].

Type Organ
Parent Structure tube
Latin Name cochlea duct
FMA ID 61119

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cochlear duct of membranous labyrinth?
An endolymph filled cavity inside the cochlea, located in between the scala tympani and the scala vestibuli, separated by the basilar membrane and Reissner's membrane (the vestibular membrane) respectively. Houses the organ of Corti[WP].
What is the Latin name for the cochlear duct of membranous labyrinth?
The Latin name for the cochlear duct of membranous labyrinth is cochlea duct.

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