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The Human Ear How You Hear And Balance

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The three tiniest bones

teacher The malleus, incus, and stapes are the three smallest bones in the human body, working together to amplify sound.

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The eardrum barrier

teacher The tympanic membrane, or eardrum, is an ultra-thin membrane that vibrates when struck by incoming sound waves.

Fun Facts

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Fun Fact

Ear bone size: The three bones of the middle ear can all fit together on the surface of a single dime.

Quizzes

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Quiz

By approximately how many times do the middle ear bones amplify sound pressure?

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

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What is the anatomical name for the visible, outer part of the human ear?

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Which of the middle ear bones is the smallest bone in the entire human body?

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What material makes up the flexible structure of the outer ear?

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Which membrane separates the outer ear canal from the middle ear cavity?

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What is the primary function of the Eustachian tube in the human ear?

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How thick is the human eardrum on average?

Glosario

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Glossary

tympanic membrane (noun)
A thin, semitransparent membrane separating the external ear canal from the tympanic cavity that vibrates in response to sound waves. Hermann von Helmholtz analyzed its mechanical transformer action in his 1869 treatise.

Gossip

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Gossip

Which ear-popping sensation do you find most satisfying?