Asked by Yamile Espinosa on Jun 26, 2024
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The view that auditory neurons can fire in sequence, such that a set of neurons fire and have time to recover to create a rapid series of impulses, is referred to as _______.
A) overtones
B) frequency theory
C) place theory
D) volley principle
Volley Principle
A theory explaining how auditory neurons work together to convert high-frequency sound waves into electrical signals by firing in rapid succession.
Frequency Theory
A theory regarding how sounds are perceived, suggesting that the frequency of an auditory stimulus is directly related to the frequency of neural impulses sent to the brain.
Neurons
The fundamental units of the brain and nervous system, responsible for receiving sensory input, sending motor commands to muscles, and processing and transmitting neural impulses throughout the body.
- Correlate theories of color and hearing with physiological processes occurring in the visual and auditory systems.
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Zybrea KnightJul 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The volley principle suggests that auditory neurons can fire in sequence, such that a set of neurons fire and have time to recover to create a rapid series of impulses. This allows for the perception of sounds with frequencies higher than an individual neuron could respond to on its own. The other options - overtones, frequency theory, and place theory - refer to other aspects of how our auditory system processes sound, but they do not specifically relate to the sequence firing of neurons.
Learning Objectives
- Correlate theories of color and hearing with physiological processes occurring in the visual and auditory systems.