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Helicotrema
The helicotrema (from Greek: ἕλιξ [helix] meaning coil and τρη̂μα [trēma] meaning hole) is the part of the cochlear labyrinth where the scala tympani and the scala vestibuli meet. It is the main component of the cochlear apex. The hair cells near this area best detect low frequency sounds.
Webster Dictionary
Helicotremanoun
the opening by which the two scalae communicate at the top of the cochlea of the ear
Etymology: [NL., fr. Gr. "e`lix, "e`likos, a helix + a hole.]
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Helicotrema
The helicotrema is the part of the cochlear labyrinth where the scala tympani and the scala vestibuli meet. It is the main component of the cochlear apex. The hair cells near this area best detect low frequency sounds.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of helicotrema in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of helicotrema in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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