What is another word for vestibular apparatus?
Pronunciation: [vɛstˈɪbjʊləɹ ˌapəɹˈe͡ɪtəs] (IPA) 
The vestibular apparatus is a crucial part of the human sensory system that helps maintain balance, spatial orientation and coordinate movements. There are several synonyms for this term, including vestibular system, inner ear, balance organ, and labyrinth. These synonyms describe different aspects of the vestibular apparatus. The vestibular system comprises three semicircular canals, which detect rotational movements and two otolith organs that sense linear acceleration. The inner ear is a general term for the vestibular apparatus as well as the cochlea, which is responsible for hearing. The balance organ emphasizes the importance of this system in maintaining body equilibrium, while the labyrinth connotes the intricate and delicate nature of the inner ear structures.
