Question 32
Sense OrgansWhich path does sound entering the human ear follow?
- A.Oval window → ossicles → ear drum
- B.Ear drum → oval window → ossicles
- C.Ear drum → ossicles → oval window
- D.Ossicles → ear drum → oval window
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (Ear drum → ossicles → oval window)
Explanation
Sound makes the ear drum vibrate; the ossicles pass and magnify the vibrations to the oval window of the inner ear.