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Deiters cells are present in

A
Organ of Coi
B
Scala media
C
Pharynx
D
Larynx
High-Yield Explanation
Deiters&; cells, also known as phalangeal cells are found within the organ of Coi.The organ of Coi is located in the scala media of the cochlea of the inner ear between the vestibular duct and the tympanic duct and is composed of mechanosensory cells, known as hair cells. Strategically positioned on the basilar membrane of the organ of Coi are three rows of outer hair cells (OHCs) and one row of inner hair cells (IHCs). Separating these hair cells are suppoing cells called Deiters cellsReference: Krishna Garg Histology; 5th edition; Page no: 258

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