I WONDER - How Do Our Ears Keep Clean?

Ears can accumulate dirt, bacteria, and dust, leading to irritation and hearing issues. To combat this, ears have a self-cleaning mechanism that involves producing wax to trap and expel debris. Ear hairs also play a role in trapping dust. While some people may need to clean their ears due to excess wax, the ear generally maintains its cleanliness naturally.

What can accumulate in our ears and potentially cause irritation?

• Water and oil

• Sand and gravel

• Leaves and twigs

• Dirt, bacteria, and dust

What does the ear produce to help with self-cleaning?

• Sweat

• Saliva

• Tears

• Earwax

How does earwax help in maintaining ear hygiene?

• By moisturizing the ear canal

• By trapping dust and dirt

• By enhancing sound quality

• By cooling the ear

What role do the hairs in our ears play?

• They trap dust

• They produce wax

• They filter air

• They amplify sound

Why might some people need to clean their ears manually?

• Because their ears are too small

• Because they have too much earwax

• Because they have no earwax

• Because their ears are too large