According to the Frequency Theory

question 226

Multiple Choice

According to the frequency theory

• A) most sound waves are a complex mixture of many frequencies.
• B) high-frequency sounds trigger a wave of activity that peaks near the beginning of the basilar membrane.
• C) the rate at which impulses travel up the auditory nerve matches the frequency of the tone being heard.
• D) frequent or prolonged stimulation of a sensory receptor causes that receptor to become less sensitive.

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Definitions:

Large Muscles

The bigger muscle groups in the body, such as the chest, back, and leg muscles, which are often the focus of strengthening exercises.

REM Sleep

A distinct phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, increased brain activity, and vivid dreaming, playing a key role in learning and memory.

Brain

The organ located in the head of animals, including humans, that is the center of the nervous system, controlling functions such as perception, thinking, memory, and decision making.

Major Postural Muscles

Muscles that help maintain posture and stability by resisting the force of gravity and supporting the body in both static and dynamic positions.