The Ossicles Are

question 69

Multiple Choice

The ossicles are

• A) three of the fourteen facial bones.
• B) six of the fourteen cranial bones.
• C) three small bones within each ear.
• D) neck bones that articulate with the larynx (voice box).

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Definitions:

External Stimulus

Any factor, happening outside of an organism, that can elicit or influence a physical or behavioral response.

Physical Responses

Bodily reactions to stimuli, including stress, excitement, or environmental changes.

Emotional Responses

The feelings or emotions that are elicited in an individual as a reaction to stimuli or situations.

Muscle Tension

Physical discomfort or strain in the muscles, often resulting from stress, overuse, or underlying health conditions, that can lead to pain and stiffness.