7.7.5 - Inner Ear (Cochlea)
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Practice Questions
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What is the main function of the cochlea?
💡 Hint: Think about how sound is processed.
What type of cells are responsible for converting vibrations in the cochlea?
💡 Hint: They are sensory cells.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary role of the cochlea?
💡 Hint: Think about its connection to signal processing.
True or False: The hair cells are located in the outer ear.
💡 Hint: Consider where sound processing occurs.
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Challenge Problems
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Design an experiment to test how different frequencies affect hair cell activation in a cochlea model.
💡 Hint: Think about how sound waves translate to movement in the cochlea.
Explain the implications of cochlear implants for individuals with hearing loss referencing how they function in relation to the cochlea.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship of the device to the ear's natural functions.
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