Inner Ear Anatomy and Functions

The video tutorial by Professor Long covers the anatomy of the ear, focusing on the external, middle, and inner ear structures. It explains the components of each section, including the pinna, auditory meatus, tympanic membrane, ossicles, cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canals. The tutorial also discusses the auditory and vestibular nerves, providing a comprehensive overview of ear anatomy.

What is another name for the pinna?

• Stapes

• Incus

• Cochlea

• Auricle

What is the function of the tympanic membrane?

• To produce earwax

• To transmit sound vibrations

• To detect light

• To balance pressure

Which bone is known as the 'hammer' in the middle ear?

• Malleus

• Incus

• Stapes

• Cochlea

What is the role of the auditory tube?

• To equalize pressure

• To produce earwax

• To amplify sound

• To detect balance

Which structure in the inner ear is responsible for hearing?

• Pinna

• Semicircular canals

• Vestibule

• Cochlea

What is the function of the semicircular canals?

• Hearing

• Sound amplification

• Balance and spatial orientation

• Pressure equalization

Which nerve is associated with the cochlea?

• Optic nerve

• Cochlear nerve

• Vestibular nerve

• Auditory nerve

What is the name of the nerve that combines the cochlear and vestibular nerves?

• Vestibulocochlear nerve

• Facial nerve

• Auditory nerve

• Optic nerve

Which semicircular canal is positioned horizontally?

• Superior semicircular canal

• Posterior semicircular canal

• Anterior semicircular canal

• Lateral semicircular canal

What is the primary function of the vestibule in the inner ear?

• Hearing

• Pressure equalization

• Balance and equilibrium

• Sound amplification