Parts of the Ear

Front

What is the outer part of the ear that collects sound called?

Back

Pinna

Front

What is the tube that connects the outer ear to the eardrum?

Back

Ear Canal

Front

What is the thin membrane that vibrates when sound waves hit it?

Back

Ear Drum

Front

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

Back

Hammer, Anvil, Stirrup

Front

What part of the ear is responsible for converting sound vibrations into electrical impulses?

Back

Cochlea

Front

What is the name of the nerve that carries auditory information from the cochlea to the brain?

Back

Auditory Nerve

Front

What is the section of the ear that includes the outer ear and middle ear?

Back

Outer Ear

Front

What is the section of the ear that includes the cochlea and auditory nerve?

Back

Inner Ear

Front

What is the function of the hammer bone in the ear?

Back

To transmit sound vibrations from the eardrum to the anvil.

Front

What is the role of the stirrup bone in hearing?

Back

To transmit sound vibrations from the anvil to the cochlea.