Inner Ear

Definition

The inner ear is the part of the ear that contains the cochlea, which plays a crucial role in converting sound vibrations into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain.

Related terms

Cochlea:

A spiral-shaped structure in the inner ear responsible for converting sound vibrations into electrical signals.

Auditory Nerve:

The nerve that carries these electrical signals from the cochlea to the brain for processing.

Sensorineural Hearing Loss:

A type of hearing loss caused by damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve.