Asked by Jackie Stoughton on Apr 23, 2024
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Which structure of the external ear collects sound waves?
A) cochlea
B) tympanic membrane
C) auricle
D) external acoustic meatus
External Acoustic Meatus
The external ear canal, a tube running from the outer ear to the middle ear.
Tympanic Membrane
A membrane forming part of the hearing system in the ear, functioning as the boundary between the external and middle ear.
Auricle
The outer part of the ear that collects sound waves; also known as the pinna.
- Get to know the basic terminology and structural aspects inherent to the auditory system.
- Identify the purposes and roles of the auditory nerve, together with the anatomy of the external, middle, and inner ear.
Verified Answer
DR
Dayne RangelMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The auricle, also known as the pinna, is the visible part of the external ear that collects and funnels sound waves towards the ear canal.
Learning Objectives
- Get to know the basic terminology and structural aspects inherent to the auditory system.
- Identify the purposes and roles of the auditory nerve, together with the anatomy of the external, middle, and inner ear.