Ear structure and function mini quiz

The primary function of the ______ is to collect vibrations and transfer them to the tiny bones in the middle ear.

• ossicles

• tympanic membrane

• auditory canal

• cochlea

The primary function of the ______ is to turn sound waves into electrical impulses that the brain can interpret

• ossicles

• tympanic membrane

• auditory canal

• cochlea

What part of the ear helps with balance and determining direction of sound?

• Oval window

• cochlea

• vestibule

• eustachian tubes

Three small bones that are connected and transmit the sound waves to the inner ear are collectively referred to as the

• oval window

• cochlea

• ossicles

• sensory hair cells

Exposure to loud noises can cause damage to the _________ can result in permanent damage to hearing.

• cochlea

• sensory hair cells

• tympanic membrane

• ossicles