sacculus

Meanings

• noun

  A small pouch or sac, especially in the inner ear.

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Variants

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sacculi , sacculus

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Etymology

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From Latin sacculus, from sacca, a sac.

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Trivia

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1. The sacculus is the largest of the three semicircular canals in the inner ear.

2. Damage to the sacculus can cause vertigo and dizziness.

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Related Concepts

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1. Inner ear: The inner ear is the part of the ear that contains the cochlea and the vestibular system, which are responsible for hearing and balance.

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How to Memorize "sacculus"

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   - Imagine a small pouch or sac, like a purse, located in the inner ear.

2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sacculus is a small, inner ear sack' to remember the meaning of the word.

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