Senses - Ears

The auditory nerve is labeled as which number in the diagram?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

Earwax...

• Is bad for our ears.

• Protects our ear from infections.

The organs of the hearing are...

• Taste buds

• Ears

• Eyes

Which part of the ear connects with the back of your nose?

• cochlea

• eustachian tube

• ear drum

Which section of the ear is the hammer found in?

• outer ear

• middle ear

• inner ear

Which part of the ear vibrates when soundwaves hit it?

• Pinna

• Cochlea

• Ear canal

• Eardrum

Which part of the ear converts vibrations into signals or messages?

• Pinna

• Cochlea

• Ear canal

• Eardrum

What is the primary function of the eardrum in the human ear?

• To amplify sound

• To convert sound waves into electrical signals

• To vibrate in response to sound waves

• To protect the inner ear

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Which part of the ear is responsible for maintaining balance?

• Cochlea

• Eustachian tube

• Semicircular canals

• Eardrum

What is the role of the cochlea in the auditory system?

• To collect sound waves

• To amplify sound

• To convert sound vibrations into nerve impulses

• To equalize air pressure