What is the physiological basis for the auditory system's ability to distinguish different sound frequencies?
A) The three bones of the middle ear respond differently.
B) The loops of the semicircular ducts respond differently.
C) The oval window and round window respond differently.
D) Different sections of the basilar membrane respond differently.
E) Individual hair cells have different peak-frequency responses.
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