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Pressure in the middle ear is equalized through a part of the body called the?
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What is the structure that allows equalization of the pressure in the middle ear with that outside the body?
The Eustachian tube, nowadays known as the pharyngotympanic tube. THis structure connect the middle ear to the oropharnx allowing the air from outside into the inner ear, equalizing pressure and so reducung stress on the tympanic membrane. The tube is only open when the person is swallowing and this is why chewing gums on descending and ascending planes helps ears to "pop"
What happens if the air pressure in the throat and outside is less than the air pressure in your middle ear when you swallow?
if the aie pressure in the throat and outside the body is less than the air pressure in your middle ear when you swallow the air pressure in your middle ear reaches the same pressure as the air in your throat and outside , and the eardrum moves quickly back-or'pops' into place
What is the phase when chromosomes are lined up in the middle of the cell called?
The phase in cell division where chromosomes align in the middle of the cell is called metaphase.
What is the space in the middle of the mitochondrion called what?
The mitochondrial matrix
Where does the auditory tube leads to?
In humans, the eustachian tube connects the middle ear to a section of the throat known as the pharynx. These tubes are normally closed, but they can open to allow middle ear pressure to reach equilibrium with atmospheric pressure (think of the pops you hear when you drive up a mountain or go up in a plane). They also serve to drain mucus from the middle ear.
In which part of the ear does pressure need to be equalized when changing altitude or scuba diving?
The part of the ear that needs to be equalized during diving is called the Middle ear. The pressure in the outer ear will change with the pressure in the water you are diving through. Between the outer ear and the middle ear is the Tympanic Membrane, or "Eardrum", which will bend, when pressure in the outer ear and the middle ear isn't equal, causing umpleasantness or pain. This is countered by blowing air into the middle ear by what's called the Eustachian Tubes. By blowing extra air into the middle ear, the pressure inside the middle ear will increase, and since the Eardrum is the only flexible part of the middle ear, the increased pressure inside the middle ear, will cause the Eardrum to bend back to its original position. Hence, equalization...
What structure permits air pressure to be equalized between the middle ear and the outside air?
eustachian tube
Do ossicles equalize pressure?
No, auditory ossicles amplify and transmit sound vibrations. The auditory tube is the place where the air pressure in the middle ear can be equalized by bringing air in from or out to the pharynx or throat.
What does it mean to say pressure is equalized?
That the pressure on two sides of a non-permeable barrier has been made equal on both sides.Through free air travel between the middle ear and nasal passage via the Eustachean Tube.
What is the structure that allows equalization of the pressure in the middle ear with that outside the body?
The Eustachian tube, nowadays known as the pharyngotympanic tube. THis structure connect the middle ear to the oropharnx allowing the air from outside into the inner ear, equalizing pressure and so reducung stress on the tympanic membrane. The tube is only open when the person is swallowing and this is why chewing gums on descending and ascending planes helps ears to "pop"
What are low pressure systems in the middle latitudes called?
longitude
What is the line which goes through the middle of a leaf?
the line that goes through the middle of a leaf is called a vein.
What is a chord that runs through the middle of a circle?
The chord that runs through the middle of a circle is called the diameter.
What is the name of the body part through which you equalize pressure from your middle ear?
the answer is: Eustachian tube
Why our ears pop when we ride in an airplane or when we drive to the mountains?
There is a little tube connecting the back of our nose with the middle ear cavity. This little tube (called the Eustachian tube) regulates air pressure in the middle ear to equal the changing outside air pressure.The Eustachian tube normally rests closed but opens about 400 times per day to quickly regulate pressure differences (think of a water bottle indented until the cap is removed and "pop" the pressure is equalized).When we drive through the mountains or fly in an airplane or scuba dive, the pressure changes. The little tube opens (the "pop") and relieves the build up of negative pressure in the middle ear.When we feel pressure building, we often will yawn, swallow, or do the Valsalva Maneuver to get our "ears to pop". When these things don't work, negative pressure builds and fluid can be pulled in from the surrounding tissue.Ear pain, pressure, and hearing loss can result. Instant relief can be experienced when the Eustachian tube opens and relieves that built up pressure.Hope that helps! It's really all about the little Eustachian tube doing its job!
Do draw bridge uses hydraulic pressure?
yes, it does. hydraulics is what allows the bridge to open through the middle.
An imaginary line through the middle of a body or planet through which that object spins?
The line is called an axis.
