Asked by McKenna Larson on Jun 17, 2024
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Conduction deafness might be caused by damage to ________.
A) cochlea
B) tympanic membrane
C) cochlear nerve
D) basilar membrane
Cochlear Nerve
A nerve responsible for transmitting auditory information from the cochlea of the inner ear to the brain.
Cochlea
A spiral-shaped, fluid-filled inner ear structure responsible for converting sound waves into nerve impulses.
Basilar Membrane
A membrane in the cochlea of the inner ear that vibrates in response to sound, helping to transmit sound waves to the auditory nerves.
- Understand the anatomical structure and function of the ear, including the tympanic membrane, cochlea, and auditory ossicles.
- Recognize the different types of deafness and their potential causes.
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KH
Kailee HenryJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Conduction deafness occurs when there is a problem in the outer or middle ear that prevents sound vibrations from reaching the inner ear. A damaged tympanic membrane (eardrum) can lead to such a problem.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the anatomical structure and function of the ear, including the tympanic membrane, cochlea, and auditory ossicles.
- Recognize the different types of deafness and their potential causes.