Anatomy Ear Flashcards
1
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Auditory Nerve
A
Nerve that connects the ears to the brain.
2
Q
External Ear
A
Visible,
Auditory canal is the passageway leading into the ear from the outside of the body.
Tympanic membrane or eardrum is at the end of the canal and separates the outer and middle parts of the ear.
3
Q
Middle Ear
A
Contains the three bones which pick up the vibrations and transmit them to the inner ear.
4
Q
Inner Ear
A
Contains the semicircular canals which are fluid filled and help maintain our balance.
5
Q
Cochlea
A
Transmits sound vibration to the auditory nerve.
6
Q
Auditory Canal
A
Passageway leading into the ear from the outside of the body.
7
Q
Eardrum
A
Membrane separating the outer and middle parts of the ear; the tympanic membrane.
