Anatomy of the Ear: External, Middle, Inner parts

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What is the visible portion of the ear called?

  • Incus
  • Modiolus
  • Cochlear duct
  • Auricle (correct)

Which part of the ear is known as the 'hammer'?

  • Utricle
  • Cochlea
  • Malleus (correct)
  • Stapes

What is the function of the oval window in the ear?

  • Modulates balance in the inner ear
  • Secretes cerumen
  • Equalizes pressure in the middle and outer ear
  • Transmits sound to the inner ear (correct)

Which of the following structures is a part of the membranous labyrinth in the inner ear?

<p>Semicircular canals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lies inside the cochlea and is the only part of the inner ear concerned with hearing?

<p>Cochlear duct (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which membrane forms the roof of the cochlear duct?

<p>Reissner membrane (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are the cell bodies of the first sensory neurons located in the ear?

<p>Modiolus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the organ of Corti in the inner ear?

<p>Detect sound vibrations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the ear is most involved in balance regulation?

<p>Vestibule (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is secreted by modified sweat glands in the ear?

<p>Cerumen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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