Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 44 - Animal Sensory Systems - Review - Page 940: 1

Answer

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Various portions of the basilar membrane are designed to vibrate in response to different frequencies. The basilar membrane has different stiffness throughout, which allows it to respond to a larger range of frequencies.
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