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tectorial membrane

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tectorial membrane (plural tectorial membranes)

(anatomy) An acellular membrane in the cochlea of the inner ear

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The hair cells develop from the lateral and medial ridges of the cochlear duct, which together with the tectorial membrane make up the organ of Corti. Source: Internet

Hensen's stripe is the section of the tectorial membrane above the inner hair cell. Source: Internet

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