Which of the following is the correct order of the steps in the production of an auditory sensation?
1)- The pressure waves distort the basilar membrane on their way to the round window
2)- Vibration of the basilar membrane causes vibration of hair cells against the tectorial membrane
3)- Movement of the stapes at the oval window establishes pressure waves in the perilymph of the vestibular duct.
4)- Sound waves arrive at the tympanic membrane
5)- Information concerning the frequency and intensity of stimulation is relayed to the CNS
6)- Movement of the tympanic membrane causes displacement of the auditory ossicles
Answer choices:
(A) 6-4-3-1-5-2
(B) 4-6-3-1-2-5
(C) 1-4-6-3-2-5
(D) 3-4-6-1-5-2
(E) 4-3-6-2-1-5