The highest frequency sound is detected by
A) unique hair cells located anywhere along the basilar membrane.
B) hair cells located near the middle of the basilar membrane.
C) hair cells located near the oval window end of the basilar membrane.
D) hair cells located near the helicotrema end of the basilar membrane.
E) the frequency at which the stereocilia vibrate.

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Hair cells located near the oval window end of the basilar membrane detect the highest frequency sounds. This is because the basilar membrane is narrower and stiffer at this end, allowing for greater sensitivity to high frequency vibrations.

The Highest Frequency Sound Is Detected by