Which represents the correct sequence as sound waves travel in the ear to trigger an impulse? A. cochlea, incus, stape, eardrum, B. tympanum, bones in the middle ear, cochlea, hair cells, C. auditory canal, tympanum, hair cells, cochlea, D. hair cells, auditory canal, cochlea, malleus.

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2022-08-13

Which represents the correct sequence as sound waves travel in the ear to trigger an impulse? A. cochlea, incus, stape, eardrum, B. tympanum, bones in the middle ear, cochlea, hair cells, C. auditory canal, tympanum, hair cells, cochlea, D. hair cells, auditory canal, cochlea, malleus.

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Leroy Cunningham

Leroy Cunningham

Beginner2022-08-14Added 14 answers

The answer is letter B. The sound waves result in the vibration of the tympanum, and this vibration travels through the bones of the middle ear before reaching the cochlea that generates nerve impulses which are sent to the brain.
Result:
B

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