Human Ear and Sound Perception
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What is the unit of measurement for loudness of sound waves?

  • Watts
  • Decibels (correct)
  • Hertz
  • Celsius
  • What is the frequency range of pitch that the human ear can perceive?

  • 16 - 20,000 Hz (correct)
  • 20 - 25,000 Hz
  • 10 - 1,000 Hz
  • 20 - 15,000 Hz
  • Which region of the ear contains the pinna and the ear canal?

  • Central ear
  • Inner ear
  • Middle ear
  • Outer ear (correct)
  • What is the purpose of ceruminous glands along the ear canal?

    <p>Produce cerumen to trap particles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of waves are sound waves in terms of energy level?

    <p>Relatively low energy waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three bones in the middle ear responsible for transmitting sound vibrations?

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

    Which muscle in the middle ear contracts to pull on the stapes during exposure to loud noises?

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

    What connects the middle ear to the throat for pressure equalization?

    <p>Auditory tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which membrane separates the scala vestibuli from the cochlear duct in the inner ear?

    <p>Vestibular membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the organ of Corti located in the inner ear?

    <p>In the cochlear duct</p> Signup and view all the answers

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