The auditory cortex, where sound stimuli are processed for perception, is located in the temporal lobe.
Location Details
The auditory cortex resides bilaterally in the upper sides of the temporal lobes, primarily on the superior temporal gyrus and extending into the lateral sulcus and transverse temporal gyri (Heschl's gyri). It covers areas including Brodmann areas 41 and 42, and partially 22. This placement makes the temporal lobe the key brain region for auditory processing.
Functional Role
This region processes auditory information such as pitch, loudness, and timbre, enabling perception and recognition of sounds, including speech and music. It is the primary area responsible for receiving sound information from the ears and interpreting it for conscious perception. Thus, the sentence can be completed as: "The auditory cortex, in which sound stimuli are processed for perception, is located in the temporal lobe."
