Asked by Miguel Vargas on May 31, 2024
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Auditory tube
A) Structures that produce earwax
B) Fluid in the membranous labyrinth
C) Fluid between the membranous and bony labyrinth
D) Ossicles connect this structure to eardrum
E) Connects the middle ear to the pharynx
Auditory Tube
A tube connecting the middle ear to the nasopharynx, helping equalize pressure on either side of the eardrum.
Pharynx
The pharynx is a muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal passages with the esophagus and larynx, serving both respiratory and digestive functions.
Ossicles
Small bones, especially those in the middle ear that include the malleus, incus, and stapes, which transmit sound vibrations.
- Gain insight into the architecture of the ear, focusing on aspects pertinent to auditory perception and balance.
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Mikaila PamisaMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The auditory tube, also known as the Eustachian tube, connects the middle ear to the pharynx. This tube helps to equalize pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the architecture of the ear, focusing on aspects pertinent to auditory perception and balance.