Puncturing the tympanic membrane would

A) make you totally deaf.
B) prevent the normal transmission of sound vibration.
C) destroy the sense receptors for hearing.
D) account for why some people who hear still cannot sing a tune.
E) account for dizziness and equilibrium problems.

Tympanic Membrane

The thin membrane that separates the external ear from the middle ear, commonly known as the eardrum, and vibrates in response to sound waves.

Sound Vibration

The oscillation of air particles caused by a vibrating object, which can travel through mediums such as air or water to produce sound.

Sense Receptors

Specialized cells or organ systems that detect and respond to external stimuli, sending signals to the brain for interpretation.