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The ossicles are "little bones" located in the middle ear.

  • The one that is closest to the tympanic membrane (eardrum) is the malleus which is also known as the hammer or mallet.
  • The middle ossicle is the incus/anvil and the one next to the oval window is the stapes/stirrup.
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