Essentials of Understanding Psychology
Essentials of Understanding Psychology
13th Edition
ISBN: 9781260194500
Author: FELDMAN, Robert
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 10, Problem 1E
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Introduction: The ear is the hearing organ. It is mainly divided into three parts, namely outer ear, middle ear, and inner ear. The main functions of the ear are hearing and balancing the specialized receptors called hair cells.

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Answer to Problem 1E

Correct answer: The tube-like passage leading from the outer ear to the eardrum is known as the auditory canal.

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External auditory canal is a tube-like structure that connects the outer ear and middle ear. The main function of external auditory canal is to transmit sound energy from pinna to the eardrum.

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