sacculus

[US]/ˈsæk.jʊ.ləs/
[UK]/ˈsæk.jə.ləs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a small sac, especially a spherical structure in the inner ear; (Latin) a small sac; a spherical structure (equal to saccule)
Word Forms
Pluralsacculuss

Phrases & Collocations

sacculus structure

sacculus function

sacculus size

sacculus location

sacculus development

sacculus anatomy

sacculus analysis

sacculus role

sacculus model

sacculus pathway

Example Sentences

the sacculus plays a crucial role in balance.

researchers studied the function of the sacculus.

the sacculus is part of the inner ear.

damage to the sacculus can affect hearing.

understanding the sacculus helps in diagnosing ear disorders.

the sacculus contains sensory cells for balance.

in fish, the sacculus is involved in buoyancy control.

scientists have discovered new functions of the sacculus.

the sacculus works with the utricle for spatial orientation.

in birds, the sacculus helps them maintain their flight balance.

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