In the Auditory System, Which of the Following Is True

question 78

Multiple Choice

In the auditory system, which of the following is true of the middle ear?

• A)It is funnel shaped and represents the visible part of the ear.
• B)It transmits neural impulses directly to the brain.
• C)It channels and amplifies sound waves.
• D)It converts sound waves into neural impulses.

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Chemicals found in the brain that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another.

Brain Plasticity

The brain's ability to change and adapt as a result of experience by forming new neural connections.

Myelination

The process of forming a myelin sheath around a nerve to allow electrical signals to transmit quickly and efficiently across the nerve cells.

Fine Motor Skills

The coordination of small muscles, typically in the hands and fingers, allowing for precise movements such as writing, grasping, and manipulating objects.