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What section of the ear is lined with sensory cells?

The section of the ear known as the cochlea is the part of the ear with sensory cells. Vibrations from outside the ear, go into the ear and vibrate the parts of the ear, then the vibration continues to the cochlea, which is a spiral-shaped sensory organ within the ear that the vibration goes through. The nerves in the cochlea translate the vibrations into nerve signals, which continue to the brain where it is processed into recognizable sound, such as speech.


How does your ear detect movement?

The ear detects movement through the vestibular system, located in the inner ear. This system includes three semicircular canals that are filled with fluid and lined with tiny hair cells. When the head moves, the fluid in the canals moves as well, which deflects the hair cells and sends signals to the brain indicating the direction and speed of the movement.


A diagram of the auditory canal?

The auditory canal is a tube-like structure that extends from the outer ear to the eardrum. It is lined with skin and earwax-producing glands that help protect the ear. The shape of the auditory canal helps to amplify and direct sound waves towards the eardrum for processing.


What are the risks with ear tubes?

There are certain risks associated with ear tube placement, although they are generally considered safe procedures. Common risks include infection, bleeding, scarring, and persistent ear drainage. Less common risks can include damage to the eardrum or small bones in the ear, and the rare risk of hearing loss or balance problems. It is important to discuss these risks with a healthcare professional before considering ear tube placement.


What is the only tube in the middle ear?

The ear has three chambers: outer, middle and inner ears.Outer ear: pinna/auricle, auditory canal, tympanic membraneMiddle ear: tympanic membrane, ossicles, oval window and auditory tubeInner ear: oval window, cochlea, vestibule, semicircular canals & auditory nerveSound waves travel into the auditory canal and strike the tympanic membrane.The tympanic membrane vibrates.Sound vibrations are amplified and transmitted by the ossicles to the oval window.Vibrations are transferred to fluid environment of the inner ear, converted into electrical energy and sent to the brain for interpretation.

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A small tube lined with hair that makes up part of the outer ear?

The ear canal is the part of the outer ear that is a tube lined with tiny hair like features. The ear canal leads into the ear from the bottom of the auricular and is what conducts the vibrations.


What is the inch long tube lined with hair in your ear called?

Ear canal


Which structure of the human ear is filled with fluid and lined with tiny hair lines?

The cochlea is the structure of the human ear that is filled with fluid and lined with tiny hair cells. These hair cells are responsible for converting sound vibrations into electrical signals that are then sent to the brain for processing.


How does the ear connect to the nose canal in the human body?

The ear and the nose canal are connected by a small tube called the Eustachian tube. This tube helps equalize pressure between the ear and the outside environment.


What animal has long eyelashes and hair lined ear that block blowing sand can close its nostrils to keep sand out?

CAMEL


What does the eustachain tube do?

The Eustachian tube connects the back of the nose to the middle ear. It is a small tube that is only three to four centimeters long.


What section of the ear is lined with sensory cells?

The section of the ear known as the cochlea is the part of the ear with sensory cells. Vibrations from outside the ear, go into the ear and vibrate the parts of the ear, then the vibration continues to the cochlea, which is a spiral-shaped sensory organ within the ear that the vibration goes through. The nerves in the cochlea translate the vibrations into nerve signals, which continue to the brain where it is processed into recognizable sound, such as speech.


How is the ear canal connected to the sinus cavity in the human body?

The ear canal is connected to the sinus cavity through a small passage called the Eustachian tube. This tube helps equalize pressure between the ear and sinus cavity, allowing for proper functioning of the ear.


What connects the eardrum to the throat?

The Eustachian tube which drains fluid from the eardrum to the throat The tube is about 3.6cm long, made up of cartilage and bone, and lined with very tiny hairs (called cilia). It is connected to the cavity of the middle ear, and at the bottom opens into the nasopharynx (located in the back of the mouth). If excess fluid builds up in the middle ear, it drains down the Eustachian tube into the throat.


What is the coiled tube in the inner ear?

The coiled tube of the inner ear is called the Cochlea.


Is the ear connected to nose?

Your Eustachian Tube connects your ear to your nose.


Channel between the middle ear and the nasopharynx?

The channel between the middle ear and the nasopharynx is called the Eustachian tube. It helps regulate air pressure in the middle ear and drains fluids from the ear into the throat. Dysfunction of the Eustachian tube can lead to issues like ear infections and hearing problems.