Ear Canal Anatomy Quiz
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Which part of the ear is responsible for collecting and funneling sound vibrations from the outside air onto the eardrum?

  • Inner ear
  • Auditory canal
  • Middle ear
  • Outer ear (correct)
  • What is another name for the ear canal?

  • Pinna
  • Middle ear
  • Inner ear
  • Auditory canal (correct)
  • Which part of the ear is the boundary separating the external ear structures from the middle and inner ear?

  • Auditory canal
  • Pinna
  • Eardrum (correct)
  • Middle ear
  • What is the function of the pinna and auditory canal?

    <p>To collect and funnel sound vibrations onto the eardrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are sound waves converted to electrical signals and carried to the brain?

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

    Which part of the ear is responsible for transforming sound vibrations into electrical signals that travel to the brain?

    <p>The cochlea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the pinna?

    <p>To collect and funnel sound wave vibrations inward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three small bones in the middle ear called?

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

    What is the function of the auditory canal?

    <p>To carry sound vibrations to the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the semi-circular canals in the inner ear?

    <p>To maintain balance and body position awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

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