Question

Rachna is an expert gymnast on the balance beam. She has been vigorously practising for the Olympic Games. Lately, she has been experiencing dizziness and losing her balance during the practise sessions.

1. Which part of the membranous labyrinth is responsible for maintaining the body balance on the beam?
2. Which type of balance is maintained by the structure mentioned in (a)?

Answer 1

1. Semicircular canal
2. Dynamic balance