Parts of the Ear

Front

What is the outer part of the ear that captures sound waves called?

Back

Outer Ear

Front

Where is the most common place to pierce your ears?

Back

Ear Lobe

Front

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

Back

Hammer, Anvil, Stirrup

Front

Which part of the ear is responsible for balance?

Back

Inner Ear

Front

What structure in the inner ear contains tiny hair cells that help with hearing?

Back

Cochlea

Front

What is the function of the ear canal?

Back

To channel sound waves to the eardrum.

Front

What is the eardrum's role in hearing?

Back

It vibrates in response to sound waves.

Front

What is the name of the part of the ear that connects to the throat and helps equalize pressure?

Back

Eustachian Tube

Front

What is the function of the cochlea?

Back

To convert sound vibrations into electrical signals for the brain.

Front

What are the three main sections of the ear?

Back

Outer Ear, Middle Ear, Inner Ear