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Dolphin dissection reveals the effects of ocean noise

Dr Darlene Ketter, a world expert in hearing, examines the complex hearing mechanism of marine mammals.

A CT scan and dissection of a dolphin provide her with evidence of the distressing effects of ocean noise on marine mammals鈥� hearing.

Dr Ketter believes that the combination of ocean noise, hearing loss and stress is impacting on marine mammals鈥� ability to survive.

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Horizon2010-2011, The Death of the Oceans?

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