Parts of the Ear

Front

What is the function of the Ear Canal?

Back

The Ear Canal is a tube that carries sound waves from the outer ear to the eardrum.

Front

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

Back

The three small bones are called the Hammer, Anvil, and Stirrup.

Front

Where does sound interpretation occur in the ear?

Back

Sound interpretation occurs in the brain.

Front

What is the cochlea?

Back

The cochlea is a spiral-shaped organ in the inner ear that converts sound vibrations into nerve impulses.

Front

What is the role of the auditory nerve?

Back

The auditory nerve carries sound information from the cochlea to the brain.

Front

What part of the ear vibrates in response to sound waves?

Back

The eardrum vibrates in response to sound waves.

Front

What is the outermost part of the ear called?

Back

The outermost part of the ear is called the pinna.

Front

What is the function of the semicircular canals?

Back

The semicircular canals help maintain balance and spatial orientation.

Front

What is the middle ear?

Back

The middle ear is the section of the ear that contains the eardrum and the three small bones.

Front

What is the inner ear responsible for?

Back

The inner ear is responsible for hearing and balance.