Anatomy of the Ear
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What is the function of the auricle in the ear?

  • Assists in capturing sound (correct)
  • Assists in transmitting sound to the eardrum
  • Assists in maintaining balance
  • Assists in secreting earwax

    • Which nerve supplies the lateral surfaces of the auricle?

  • Facial nerve [VII]
  • Vagus nerve [X]
  • Great auricular nerve (correct)
  • Lesser occipital nerve

    • What is the composition of the walls of the external acoustic meatus?

  • Bone and fibrous tissue
  • Fibrous tissue and cartilage
  • Muscle and ligaments
  • Cartilage and bone (correct)

    • Where is the tragus located in relation to the external acoustic meatus?

    <p>Opposite the fleshy lobule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the ear is responsible for maintaining balance?

    <p>Internal ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

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