[2] Biological Basis of Behavior [Hearing Perception]

Question 1

Wavelength

Answer 1

The distance between two consecutive peaks or troughs in a wave, which affects the perception of pitch.

Question 2

Pitch

Answer 2

The perceptual quality of sound that allows us to classify it as “high” or “low.”

Question 3

Amplitude

Answer 3

The height of a sound wave, which determines the loudness of a sound.

Question 4

Loudness

Answer 4

The perceptual quality of sound that corresponds to its amplitude or intensity.

Question 5

Pitch perception

Answer 5

The ability to interpret the frequency of sound waves as distinct pitches.

Question 6

Place theory

Answer 6

The theory that different frequencies of sound stimulate different parts of the cochlea, which determines the pitch we perceive.

Question 7

Volley theory

Answer 7

A theory suggesting that groups of neurons fire in volleys to detect sounds with frequencies higher than what a single neuron can detect.

Question 8

Frequency theory

Answer 8

The theory that the frequency of sound waves corresponds to the rate at which neurons fire, allowing us to perceive pitch.

Question 9

Sound localization

Answer 9

The ability to determine the location of a sound source based on the sound’s intensity and timing.

Question 10

Conduction deafness

Answer 10

Hearing loss caused by problems with the mechanical system that transmits sound to the inner ear.

Question 11

Sensorineural deafness

Answer 11

Hearing loss caused by damage to the cochlea or auditory nerve.