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The perception of sound by a mammal involves the stimulation of the mechanical receptors located in the internal ear. This is known as

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Organ of Corti
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Reissner's membrane
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Sacculus
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Semicircular canal
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Solution

The correct option is A Organ of Corti
The organ of Corti is a gelatinous mass about 4 cm long and is enclosed in the cochlea, which is deeply embedded in the temporal bone. The organ of Corti is filled with fluid and responds to movements induced by sound waves.

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