The Transduction of Sound Waves into Action Potentials Occurs

question 48

Multiple Choice

The transduction of sound waves into action potentials occurs

• A) in the tectorial membrane as it is stimulated by hair cells.
• B) when hair cells are bent against the tectorial membrane, causing them to depolarise and release neurotransmitter that stimulates sensory neurons.
• C) as the basilar membrane vibrates at different frequencies in response to the varying volume of sounds.
• D) within the middle ear as the vibrations are amplified by the malleus, incus, and stapes.

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