TED-Ed: The science of hearing - Douglas L. Oliver

The video explains how the auditory system, comprising the ear and brain, detects and processes sounds. It describes the conversion of sound waves into neural signals, the role of the basilar membrane in frequency detection, and how the brain determines sound location. It also covers hearing loss and disorders, highlighting the complexity and elegance of the hearing process.

What are the two main parts of the auditory system?

Describe how the auditory system converts sound waves into neural signals.

Explain the role of the cochlea in sound processing.

How does the eardrum contribute to the process of hearing?

What is the function of the basilar membrane in the cochlea?

How does the brain determine the location of a sound?

What are some common causes of hearing loss?