What does cochlea mean?
Cochlea: The cochlea is the part of the inner ear that converts mechanical energy (vibrations) into nerve impulses sent to the brain. It is also known as the organ of hearing. The cochlea contains the spiral organ (called the organ of Corti) which is the receptor for hearing.
How do you pronounce cochlea ear?
How do you pronounce pinna?
noun, plural pin·nae [pin-ee], pin·nas.
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