Asked by Lacey Harpe on Jul 25, 2024
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The principal place in the human ear where sound waves are amplified by means of the vibrations of tiny bones is the ____.
A) pinna
B) ear canal
C) middle ear
D) organ of Corti
E) inner ear
Sound Waves
Vibrations that travel through air or another medium and can be heard when they reach a person's or animal's ear.
Middle Ear
Of the mammalian ear, region that contains the eardrum and the tiny bones that transfer sound to the inner ear.
Tiny Bones
Small skeletal elements, often found in the ear, that contribute to functions such as hearing and balance.
- Characterize the dedicated functions of certain pieces within the sensory systems of humans.
- Delve into the anatomical and physiological aspects that underlie human vision and hearing.
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RT
Rocel TagulaoJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The middle ear is the principal place in the human ear where sound waves are amplified by means of the vibrations of tiny bones called the ossicles (the malleus, incus, and stapes). The pinna collects sound waves and directs them into the ear canal, while the organ of Corti is located in the inner ear and is responsible for converting sound waves into electrical signals that the brain can interpret.
Learning Objectives
- Characterize the dedicated functions of certain pieces within the sensory systems of humans.
- Delve into the anatomical and physiological aspects that underlie human vision and hearing.