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otolith organ

otolith organs

The crystalline particles composed of calcium carbonate and a protein which adhere to the gelatinous membrane of the maculae of the utricle and saccule (otolithic membrane).

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Type Organ
Parent Structure vestibular organ
Latin Name otolith organs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the otolith organ?

The crystalline particles composed of calcium carbonate and a protein which adhere to the gelatinous membrane of the maculae of the utricle and saccule (otolithic membrane).

What is the Latin name for the otolith organ?

The Latin name for the otolith organ is otolith organs.

References

  1. UBERON — UBERON:0002518 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)
  2. Wikipedia — otolith organ Encyclopedia article (verified cross-reference)

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.