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Unit 3 – Sensation and Perception
Topic 3.5
According to place theory, how do we perceive high-pitched sounds?
High-pitched sounds cause faster vibrations in eardrum.
High-pitched sounds are recognized by alternate firing neurons.
High-pitched sounds are detected more easily by pinnae due to their narrow wavelength.
High-pitched sounds peak near the close end of basilar membrane.
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