Basilar Membrane
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Tim Taylor
Anatomy & Physiology Senior Writer
Tim Taylor is a senior writer at Innerbody Research focusing on human anatomy and physiology. Tim earned both his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his Master's degree in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh.
Last updated: Nov 27th, 2024
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The basilar membrane stretches down from the bony shelf to form the floor of the cochlear duct. It consists of two parts, the inner and outer and supports the organ of the corti.
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