The ear
What is the function of the outer ear?
To collect sound waves
Which part of the ear is responsible for transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear?
Eardrum
What is the purpose of the Eustachian tube?
To equalize pressure in the ear
What role do hair cells play in the ear?
Detect vibration and convert it to electrical signals
Which part of the ear is responsible for helping us maintain balance?
Vestibule
What is the role of the auditory nerve in the ear?
Process sound signals and send them to the brain
Which part of the ear is responsible for interpreting different frequencies of sound?
Cochlea
What is the purpose of earwax in the ear?
Protect the ear canal from dust and debris
Which structure in the ear helps to amplify sound waves before they reach the inner ear?
Ossicles
What happens when sound waves reach the cochlea?
Hair cells detect vibrations and convert them into electrical signals