4. Sensation and Perception

The eardrum is also known as the

Wever and Bray theorized that groups of auditory neurons take turns firing in a process called

Normal aging causes loss of hair cells in the

Which of the following sounds is least likely to be interpreted by the brain as a high pitch?

Which mammals have the ability to hear frequencies up to 200,000 Hz?

People who have difficulty with their hearing are said to be either totally or partially

Nerve hearing impairment can be helped with the use of

What portion of the ear serves as a funnel for sound from the outside world?

What is the common name for the taste receptor cells?

The bumps on the tongue are called

How many primary taste sensations have been identified by researchers?

The cilia in the nose act most like

When you smell an odor, which aspect of the substance that you are smelling actually enters your nose to create the sensation of smell?

While everyone else seemed to be enjoying the snack mix at the party, Nefeli was unable to eat it, noting that it was just 'too seasoned for my taste.' Based solely on her comment, one could probably assume that Nefeli

Which of the following foods would most likely produce a brothy, or umami, taste?