Creighton has been working in construction for many years. At first, his co-workers warned him to wear earplugs, but he refused. Now, he can no longer hear sounds at high pitches. Creighton's __________ have been damaged.

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Hair cells in the cochlea of the inner ear are responsible for detecting sound vibrations and converting them into neural signals. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can damage these cells, leading to hearing loss, particularly at high frequencies.

Creighton Has Been Working in Construction for Many Years