auditory perception Flashcards
1
Q
what does the cochlea do?
A
sound waves move fluid that make hair cells release neurotransmitters which stimulate auditory nerves
2
Q
where do frequencies resonate?
A
basilar membrane
3
Q
what is an auditory scene analysis
A
process by which we form mental representations of sound into auditory streams
4
Q
what is an auditory stream
A
independent “unit” of sound to which we assign meaning
5
Q
what is a visual representation of sound called?
A
spectogram
