How Is Sound Converted to a Biochemical Signal

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Essay

How is sound converted to a biochemical signal?

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Definitions:

Nucleic Acid

Biological macromolecules, such as DNA or RNA, that are essential for all known forms of life, containing the genetic instructions.

Prion

A type of infectious agent made up of protein in a misfolded form, which is known to cause a number of neurodegenerative diseases.

Protein

Large molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids, essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs.

Multicelled Fungi

Organisms from the fungi kingdom that consist of more than one cell, including molds, mushrooms, and yeasts, known for their roles in decomposition and as pathogens.