acoustic reception
noun
Pronunciation: əˈkuːstɪk rɪˈsɛpʃən
Definition
The biological process of detecting and processing sound waves through specialized sensory organs.
Examples
Many marine mammals rely on acoustic reception to locate prey in murky underwater environments.
The insect's tympanal organ is specifically adapted for the acoustic reception of mating calls.
Researchers are studying how climate change impacts the acoustic reception of species that depend on sound for communication.
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