Parts of the Ear

Front

What is the function of the Anvil in the ear?

Back

The Anvil is one of the three tiny bones in the middle ear that helps transmit sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.

Front

What is the Pinna?

Back

The Pinna is the outer part of the ear that collects sound waves and directs them into the ear canal.

Front

What is the Cochlea?

Back

The Cochlea is a spiral-shaped structure in the inner ear filled with fluid and tiny hair cells that convert sound vibrations into electrical signals.

Front

What does the Auditory nerve do?

Back

The Auditory nerve carries electrical signals from the cochlea to the brain, allowing us to perceive sound.

Front

What is the Eardrum?

Back

The Eardrum is a thin membrane that vibrates when sound waves hit it, playing a crucial role in hearing.

Front

What are the Ossicles?

Back

The Ossicles are three small bones in the middle ear (Hammer, Anvil, Stirrup) that amplify sound vibrations.

Front

Where is the Ear Canal located?

Back

The Ear Canal is a tube that connects the outer ear to the eardrum, allowing sound waves to travel to the eardrum.

Front

What is the role of the Stirrup in hearing?

Back

The Stirrup is the smallest bone in the body and transmits vibrations from the Anvil to the oval window of the cochlea.

Front

What is the function of the Ear Canal?

Back

The Ear Canal channels sound waves from the outer ear to the eardrum and protects the inner ear from debris.

Front

What happens in the Cochlea when sound enters?

Back

When sound enters the Cochlea, it causes the fluid inside to move, which in turn stimulates the tiny hair cells to send signals to the brain.

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