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Which sense organ contains the drum?

The ear contains the eardrum, a thin membrane that vibrates in response to sound waves and helps transmit sound signals to the brain for interpretation.


Why the name ear drum?

The eardrum, or tympanic membrane, is a thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear. It plays a crucial role in transmitting sound vibrations from the air to the bones in the middle ear. The name "eardrum" comes from the fact that it looks similar to a drum skin and is essential for hearing.


What part of the ear receives sound waves first?

The auricle or pinna of the outer ear acts like a horn to capture the sound waves which are then tunneled into the auditory canal and strike the tympanic membrane (eardrum).


Why is the ear drum and tiny bones so far in the ear?

The ear drum and tiny bones (ossicles) are located deep in the ear to help amplify and transmit sound vibrations effectively to the inner ear. Placing them deeper in the ear also helps to protect them from external damage and preserves their sensitivity to sound waves.


What is the structure and function of the ear drum in ear drum anatomy?

The eardrum, also known as the tympanic membrane, is a thin, cone-shaped membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear. Its main function is to transmit sound vibrations from the outer ear to the middle ear, where they are then converted into nerve impulses that are sent to the brain for interpretation. The eardrum also helps to protect the delicate structures of the middle ear from damage.