Note the relationship between the first two words and suggest the suitable word/words for the fourth place. Eyes: Photoreceptors :: Ears : ______.

Note the relationship between the first two words and suggest the suitable word/words for the fourth place.

Eyes: Photoreceptors :: Ears : ______.

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Eyes : Photoreceptors :: Ears : Phonoreceptors.

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Chapter 11: Sense Organs - Review Questions [Page 158]

Chapter 11 Sense Organs
Review Questions | Q B. 2. (b) | Page 158

Eye : Optic nerve : : Ear : ___________

State the main function of the Eustachian tube

The ear ossicle which is attached to the tympanum.

Mention, where in living organism is the following located and state their main function:
Organ of corti

Where is the Cochlea located? Briefly mention its function.

With reference to the human ear, answer the question that follow:

Give the technical term for the structure found in the inner ear.

Given below is a diagram of a part of the human ear. Study the same and answer the question that follow:

Name the parts labeled A, B and C in the diagram.

Given below is a diagram of a part of the human ear. Study the same and answer the question that follow:

Name the audio receptor region present in the part labeled 'A'.

With reference to human ear answer the question that follow:

Name the part of the ear associated with the amplification of vibrations.

Draw a neat and well labelled diagram of the membranous labyrinth found in the inner ear.
Based on the diagram drawn above in (i), give a suitable term for each of the following descriptions:
1. The structure responsible for hearing.
2. The sensory cells that help in hearing.
3. The membrane-covered opening that connects the middle ear to inner ear.
4. The nerves that carry impulses from the ear to the brain.
5. The tube which equalises the air pressure on either side of the ear drum.