Chapter 10 (some) Flashcards
1
Q
2 functions of the ear
A
hearing
equilibrium
2
Q
Vestibular complex is the primary sensory for what?
A
equilibrium
3
Q
External ear includes
A
-pinna
-ear canal
-tympanic membrane
4
Q
What does the tympanic membrane do?
A
Separates external and middle ear
5
Q
The external ear only has ___ and ___ here
A
HAIR and AIR
6
Q
The middle ear includes
A
-Eustachian tube
-3x ossicles
7
Q
What do the 3x ossicles do?
A
Conduct sound from the external environment to the inner ear
