How Would an Abnormally Large Oval Window in a Mouse

question 37

Multiple Choice

How would an abnormally large oval window in a mouse affect that animal's hearing?

• A) The mouse could detect noise at much lower volumes.
• B) The mouse could detect noise in a much broader range of frequencies.
• C) Hearing ability would be reduced in comparison with normal mice.
• D) Hearing is not affected by the size of the oval window.

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Definitions:

Interneurons

Neurons located in the central nervous system that transmit impulses between sensory and motor neurons.

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, involved in transmitting sensory information and motor signals.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, such as heartbeat, digestion, and breathing.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

The part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and bringing the body to a state of rest by decreasing heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.