Which of the Below Structures Acts to Convert Sound Waves

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the below structures acts to convert sound waves to vibrations?

• A) cochlea
• B) pinna
• C) tympanic membrane
• D) Organ of Corti
• E) vestibulocochlear nerve

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