In the Auditory System, the Conversion of Sound Waves into Action

question 65

Multiple Choice

In the auditory system, the conversion of sound waves into action potentials occurs in the

• A)ganglion cells.
• B)eardrum.
• C)cochlear nucleus.
• D)hair cells.

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Memory disorder where one can remember certain information but fails to recall where, when, or how they obtained the information.

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