This occurs at the organ of Corti, which is located all along the cochlea. It is composed of sensory cells called hair cells, which convert vibrations into neural messages. These messages are then passed to the auditory nerve and carried up to the brain.
Cold rice is safe to eat as long as you handle it properly. ... To reduce your risk of food poisoning, make sure to cool the rice within 1 hour of cooking and keep it properly refrigerated before eating it.