Vibrations of the Eardrum Are Picked Up by Three Tiny

question 516

Multiple Choice

Vibrations of the eardrum are picked up by three tiny bones in the ________ and transmitted to the cochlea.

• A) middle ear
• B) inner ear
• C) basilar membrane
• D) oval window

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