CRISTA (CRYSTA)

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N., Pam M.S.
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the construction inside the ampulla at the end of every semicircular canal that retains hair cells vulnerable to the speed and direction of motions of the head.

CRISTA (CRYSTA): "Damage to the crista can result in disruption to equilibrium and motor functioning."

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Cite this page: N., Pam M.S., "CRISTA (CRYSTA)," in PsychologyDictionary.org, April 7, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/crista-crysta/ (accessed January 29, 2020).
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