Question

another name for a bone of the middle ear is the hammer, or malleus.

1. true
2. false

question 6 (2.5 points)
the ______ collects sound waves and directs them to the auditory canal.
eustachian tube
malleus
incus
auricle

Explanation:

First Question (True/False)

The middle ear has three ossicles. The malleus is also called the hammer. So the statement is true.

The auricle (pinna) collects sound waves and directs them to the auditory canal. Eustachian tube equalizes pressure, malleus and incus are middle ear bones.

Answer:

1. True

Question 6 (Fill - in - the - blank with options)