Auditory receptors are specialized cells in the inner ear that detect sound waves. These receptors, primarily located in the cochlea, convert sound vibrations into electrical signals that the brain can interpret. They play a crucial role in our ability to hear and process different sounds, including speech and music. The main types of auditory receptors are hair cells, which are sensitive to various frequencies of sound. When sound waves enter the ear, they cause the hair cells to move, triggering a response that sends signals through the auditory nerve to the brain. This process allows us to perceive and understand sounds in our environment.