Lecture 13: Audition Flashcards
1
Q
Which end of the basilar membrane is narrow and stiff?
A
The base.
2
Q
Are human stereocilia capable of regeneration?
A
No!
3
Q
What type of organisation is in the primary auditory cortex?
A
Tonotopic organisation.
4
Q
How many cortical layers does the primary auditory cortex have?
A
6.
5
Q
Which auditory cortex is involved in melodic pattern processing?
A
Secondary auditory cortex.
6
Q
Does Wernike’s area lie in the primary or secondary auditory cortex?
A
Secondary auditory cortex.
7
Q
What are the two processing streams of the auditory system?
A
Dorsal pathway “where” and ventral pathway “what”.
