Understanding the Auditory System

The video tutorial explains how the auditory system allows us to hear sounds. It begins with an introduction to sound detection, followed by a detailed explanation of the auditory system, which includes the outer, middle, and inner ear. The process of sound transmission is described, highlighting the role of the cochlea in converting sound vibrations into nerve signals. The video also includes trivia about the cochlea's name and how different animals hear. It concludes with a question for viewers and encourages interaction.

What did the narrator use to detect the little kitty's voice?

• Sharp tongue

• Sharp ears

• Sharp nose

• Sharp eyes

What two main components make up the auditory system?

• Ears and nose

• Ears and eyes

• Ears and brain

• Ears and mouth

What is the first part of the ear that sound waves hit?

• Ossicle

• Eardrum

• Cochlea

• Pinna

What is the role of the eardrum in hearing?

• To amplify sound

• To vibrate and transmit sound

• To filter sound

• To store sound

Which tiny bones are involved in transmitting sound in the middle ear?

• Hammer, chisel, and saw

• Hammer, nail, and screw

• Hammer, anvil, and stirrup

• Hammer, wrench, and pliers

What is the cochlea filled with?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Air

What happens when the fluid in the cochlea moves?

• It stops vibrations

• It creates light

• It moves tiny hairs

• It creates sound

What does the cochlea's name mean in Latin?

• Sound

• Snail

• Shell

• Ear

Which animal uses jaw bones to hear?

• Cats

• Fish

• Snakes

• Birds

How many parts of the ear are there?

• Two

• Five

• Three

• Four