What is the function of the inner hair cells?
A. The inner hair cells protect the external auditory canal.
B. The inner hair cells regulate the tension of the basilar membrane.
C. The inner hair cells detect chemicals in saliva; they are responsible for our ability to taste.
D. The inner hair cells are responsible for hearing.
Answer: D
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