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Cochlear Implant

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AP Psychology

Definition

A cochlear implant is a surgically implanted electronic device that provides a sense of sound to individuals with severe hearing loss or deafness. It bypasses damaged parts of the inner ear and stimulates the auditory nerve directly.

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