The membrane that vibrates inside the ear and passes sound to the inner ear is called the:
ACochlea
BEardrum
CVocal cord
DPinna
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Eardrum
Sound entering the ear travels down the ear canal and makes the eardrum vibrate. These vibrations are passed to the inner ear, then to the brain — that's how we hear. Sharp objects should never be inserted into the ear, as they can damage the eardrum.
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