Auditory System Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of outer hair cells?
A
- cochlear amplification/protection
- increase sensitivity of inner hair cells
2
Q
What type of antibiotics can damage hair cells?
A
Aminoglycosides
3
Q
How does a cochlear implant work?
A
stimulating contacts pointing toward spiral ganglion cells
4
Q
What is the auditory pathway to cortex after the cochlear nuclei?
A
S - superior olive
L - lateral lemniscus
I - Inferior colliculus
M - medial geniculate nucleus
–> auditory cortex
5
Q
What is the auditory pathway to cortex after the cochlear nuclei?
A
S - superior olive
L - lateral lemniscus
I - Inferior colliculus
M - medial geniculate nucleus
–> auditory cortex
6
Q
Where does the interaural time difference occur?
A
Medial superior olive nucleus
7
Q
Where is the auditory A1 cortex?
A
on the insula
