Morphemes Are

question 55

Multiple Choice

Morphemes are:

• A) the basic sounds of a language
• B) the smallest units of language that have meaning
• C) equivalent to syllables
• D) sounds that are similar across various languages

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Definitions:

Basilar Membrane

A key structure in the cochlea of the inner ear, which plays a crucial role in converting sound vibrations into neural signals.

Pitch Determination

The process of identifying the frequency of a sound, which dictates how high or low it appears to a listener.

Sound Waves

Noise that is transmitted through the air or another vehicle, becoming detectable when it encounters the ears of either people or animals.

Decibels

A unit of measurement for sound intensity or loudness, indicating the level of noise in comparison to a reference sound.