What is the primary function of the human ear?

Human Ear Anatomy and Function

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To convert sound into chemical signals
To convert sound into light signals
To convert sound into mechanical signals
To convert sound into electrical signals
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which part of the ear is responsible for collecting sound from the surroundings?
Auditory nerve
Outer ear
Middle ear
Inner ear
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of the eardrum?
To transmit sound to the brain
To vibrate in response to sound waves
To collect sound
To amplify sound
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to the eardrum during rarefaction?
It remains still
It moves inward
It moves outward
It vibrates rapidly
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the thin membrane at the end of the auditory canal called?
Cochlea
Eardrum
Stirrup
Anvil
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three bones in the middle ear called?
Hammer, Anvil, Drum
Hammer, Nail, Stirrup
Hammer, Anvil, Stirrup
Hammer, Nail, Drum
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the middle ear contribute to hearing?
It transmits sound directly to the brain
It converts sound into electrical signals
It collects sound from the surroundings
It amplifies sound vibrations
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