Ear Anatomy and Abbreviations Quiz
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What is the function of the organ of Corti in the cochlea?

Sensitive auditory receptor

Explain how conductive hearing loss differs from sensorineural deafness.

Conductive hearing loss is caused by obstruction of sound waves, while sensorineural deafness results from damage to the auditory nerve or cochlea.

What are the six basic odors that humans can smell?

Fruity, flowery, spicy, burned, putrid, and resin

Which are the four primary tastes detected by taste buds?

<p>Sweet, sour, salty, and bitter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the skin in our sensory perception?

<p>It is our only touch receptor</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the olfactory system transmit smell messages to the brain?

<p>Olfactory receptors in the root of the nose are stimulated by odor, and chemical messages are sent to the olfactory bulb and then to the brain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the tragus in the ear?

<p>Protection and sound wave guidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of cerumen (earwax) in the ear?

<p>Lubrication and protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which three bones make up the ossicles in the middle ear?

<p>Malleus, incus, stapes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Separates middle ear from inner ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the auditory or eustachian tube in the ear?

<p>Equalizes air pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fluid found in the organs of equilibrium in the inner ear?

<p>Endolymph</p> Signup and view all the answers

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