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Listen Again: Sound And Silence

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Exploring the Biology of Hearing: Hair Cells and Their Functions

This chapter explores the intricate structure and function of hair cells in the human ear, emphasizing their role in hearing. It also previews a conversation on hair cell loss with insights into why some animals, like chickens, manage to avoid this issue.

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