Sensation Answers

The loudness of a sound is determined by the __________, or height, of the sound wave.

__________ occurs when something interferes with the conduction of sound vibrations from the outer and middle ear to the inner ear.

The loudness of sound is measured in __________.

The claim that perception of pitch depends on where the vibration occurs along the basilar membrane is known as __________.

All of the following will help maintain healthy ears except _________.