Asked by
Kimberly Jakharia
on Oct 13, 2024
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All of the following are found in the middle ear EXCEPT ________.
A) malleus
B) cochlea
C) stapes
D) incus
Cochlea
A spiral-shaped cavity of the inner ear that plays a key role in the sense of hearing, converting sound vibrations into nerve impulses.
Malleus
A small bone in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations from the eardrum to the incus.
Stapes
The smallest bone in the human body, located in the middle ear, and is involved in transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear.
- Recognize the anatomical components of the ear and their respective roles.
- Comprehend the functions of the inner, middle, and outer ear in audio perception and equilibrium maintenance.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the anatomical components of the ear and their respective roles.
- Comprehend the functions of the inner, middle, and outer ear in audio perception and equilibrium maintenance.