Parts Of The Ear Flashcards
1
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Middle ear
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Contains 3 bones (malleus, incus and stapes) which pick up the vibrations and transmit them to the inner ear.
2
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Inner ear
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Also known as the labyrinth, the inner ear contains the vestibule which is the central portion of the inner ear. Also contains semicircular canals which contain fluid to control our balance.
3
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External ear
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The part of the ear that we see.