The Human
What is equilibrioception also known as?
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The sense of balance
Explanation
The function of the ears is to give access to the sense of hearing and the sense of balance, two of the basic senses in human beings. Balance, equilibrioception, or the vestibular sense is found in both of the inner ears. It allows an organism to sense body movement, direction, and acceleration, and to attain and maintain postural equilibrium and balance.
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Question added 2008-11-26