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Which part/s is likely to be affected in the ear when an individual feels giddiness, loses body balance and suffers from ear disease?
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Crista ampullaris and macula
The crista and macula are the specific receptors of the vestibular apparatus responsible for the maintenance of the balance of the body and posture. Crista ampullaris is present in the semi-circular ducts. It is responsible for dynamic equilibrium. The macula of the utricle and macula of the sacculus is present in the vestibule. They are responsible for static equilibrium
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