Question

chapter 3 and 4 quiz
started: sep 5 at 11:28pm
quiz instructions
answer the following multiple choice questions
question 10 1 pts
hearing begins when sound waves bump against the__________.
eardrum
earlobe
oval window
round window

Explanation:

Sound waves first reach the eardrum and cause it to vibrate, initiating the hearing - process. The eardrum is the first structure in the ear to be affected by incoming sound waves. The earlobe is a non - functional part for hearing. The oval window and round window are structures deeper in the ear that are involved in the later stages of sound transmission within the inner ear.

Answer:

A. eardrum