Temporal Cortex Neurons That Are Activated by Complex Combinations of Stimuli

question 21

Multiple Choice

Temporal cortex neurons that are activated by complex combinations of stimuli, such as those studied by Tanaka, are thought to play an important role in:

• A) pitch discrimination.
• B) category formation.
• C) implicit memory.
• D) color identification.

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Definitions:

Outer Hair Cells

Cells located within the cochlea of the inner ear, playing a critical role in the ability to hear by amplifying sound vibrations.

Inner Hair Cells

Cells located in the cochlea of the inner ear that convert sound vibrations into electrical signals sent to the brain.

Tonotopic Map

An arrangement in the auditory system where different frequencies of sound are systematically mapped to specific locations.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped cavity of the inner ear, essential for converting sound into nerve impulses.