Advertisements
Advertisements
Question
Where is the Cochlea located? Briefly mention its function.
Advertisements
Solution
Cochlea is located in the inner ear. It helps in transmitting impulses to the brain via the auditory nerve.
RELATED QUESTIONS
Given below is a representation of a kind of pollution. Study the same and answer the questions that follow
(i) Name the kind of pollution.
(ii) List any three common sources of this pollution.
(iii) Mention three harmful effects of this pollution on human health.
(iv) Explain the term ‘Pollutant’.
(v) Name two soil pollutants
fill in the blanks with suitable functions: Ciliary body and __________.
Name the following:
The tube which connects the cavity of the middle ear with the throat.
Given below is a set of five parts. Rewrite them in correct sequence.
Cochlea, tympanum, auditory canal, ear ossicles, oval window.
Where is the Semicircular canals located? Briefly mention its function.
What is the biological term for the three small bones present in the middle ear collectively?
The diagram alongside represents the structure found in the inner ear. Study the same and then answer the questions that follow:
(i) Name the parts labelled A, B, C and D.
(ii) Name the parts of the ear responsible for transmitting impulses to the brain.
(iii) Name the part labelled above which is responsible for:
1. Static equilibrium. 2. Dynamic equilibrium. 3. Hearing
(iv) Name the audio receptor cells which pick up vibrations.
(v) Name the fluid present in the inner ear.
Mention, if the following statement is True or False
Cochlea of the ear is concerned with the sense of balance.
The part of the ear that turns pressure variations into electrical signals is ______.
Note the relationship between the first two words and suggest the suitable word/words for the fourth place.
Ear pinna : Auricle :: Inner ear : ______.
