Asked by Alfonso Espinoza on Apr 28, 2024
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What part of the ear determines pitch?
A) tympanic membrane
B) oval window
C) incus, malleus, and stapes
D) auditory canal
E) organ of Corti
Organ Of Corti
Structure in the vertebrate inner ear that contains auditory receptors (also called spiral organ).
Pitch
The quality of a sound governed by the rate of vibrations producing it; the highness or lowness of a tone.
- Understand the structure and function of various parts of the ear and their contributions to hearing and balance.
Verified Answer
TR
Tyler RunnelsApr 28, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The organ of Corti, which is located in the cochlea of the inner ear, contains hair cells that are responsible for detecting and translating sound vibrations into electrical signals sent to the brain. The placement of these hair cells along the length of the cochlea allows for the detection of different frequencies, which correspond to different pitches. Therefore, the organ of Corti determines pitch.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the structure and function of various parts of the ear and their contributions to hearing and balance.