Which part of the human ear converts sound waves into electrical impulses?

Hammer

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Anvil

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Cochlea

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Stirrup

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Solution

The correct option is C Cochlea
Cochlea converts sound waves into electrical impulses. The cochlea receives sound in the form of vibrations and converts that motion into electrical signals. These electrical signals are communicated via neurotransmitters to nerve cells in the brain.

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