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Auditory Ossicles Anatomy

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  • What is the three auditory ossicles name

    The three auditory ossicles are the malleus, incus, and stapes.

  • Which auditory ossicle is labeled as 'malleus' in the image?

    The malleus is the first ossicle connected to the eardrum and is shown being pointed at in the image.

  • What is the function of the auditory ossicles?

    The auditory ossicles transmit sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.

  • Which auditory ossicle is shaped like a stirrup?

    The stapes is shaped like a stirrup and is the smallest bone in the human body.

  • What is the position of the incus among the auditory ossicles?

    The incus is the middle ossicle, connecting the malleus to the stapes.