Which part of the ear is responsible for detecting sound vibrations?
Solution
Correct Answer: Option A
The cochlea is the primary auditory organ responsible for detecting sound vibrations. It contains the organ of Corti, which houses hair cells that convert mechanical sound waves into electrical signals transmitted to the brain via the auditory nerve. This transduction process is crucial for hearing. Unlike the semicircular canals (balance), tympanic membrane (vibration reception), or Eustachian tube (pressure equalization), only the cochlea directly interprets sound frequencies. Understanding cochlear function is essential in surgical procedures like cochlear implants to restore hearing in sensorineural deafness.
Reference: Gray’s Anatomy, Standring S., 42nd Edition.
Reference: Gray’s Anatomy, Standring S., 42nd Edition.
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