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The part of the ear where sound is trans...

The part of the ear where sound is transduced is

A

tympanic membrane

B

ear ossicles

C

semicircular canals

D

cochlea

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The correct Answer is:
D
Cochlea is the main hearing organ.The transformation of the vibration into nerve impulse for relay to the brain takes place here.
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