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The Science of Hearing
This chapter explores the intricate processes involved in hearing, beginning with personal anecdotes about hearing aids before diving into the anatomy of the ear and the role of hair cells in sound perception. It explains how sound vibrations are converted into electrical signals that the brain interprets, highlighting the significance of the cochlea and how timing and loudness differences aid in sound localization. The chapter concludes by emphasizing the brain's remarkable capacity to process sound, even amid background noise, and the implications of hearing loss on spatial awareness.
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