Creighton has been working in construction for many years.At first,his co-workers warn him to wear earplugs,but he refuses.Now he can no longer hear sounds at high pitches.Creighton's ____ have been damaged.
A) hair cells
B) conduction bones
C) semicircular canals
D) oval and round windows

Question

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Hair cells in the inner ear are responsible for detecting sound vibrations and converting them into electrical signals that are sent to the brain. Repeated exposure to loud noises without appropriate protection can damage these hair cells, leading to hearing loss.

Creighton Has Been Working in Construction for Many Years