The Pathway Leading to the Perception of Sound by Mammals

question 65

Multiple Choice

The pathway leading to the perception of sound by mammals begins with the

• A)hair cells of the organ of Corti,which rests on the basilar membrane,coming in contact with the tectorial membrane.
• B)hair cells of the organ of Corti,which rests on the tympanic membrane,coming in contact with the tectorial membrane.
• C)hair cells of the organ of Corti,which rests on the tectorial membrane,coming in contact with the basilar membrane.
• D)hair cells of the organ of Corti coming in contact with the tectorial membrane as a result of fluid waves in the cochlea causing vibrations in the round window.
• E)hair cells on the tympanic membrane as a result of fluid waves in the cochlea causing vibrations in the round window.

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