Discover published sets by community

Vibrates in response to sound waves; transforms acoustic energy into mechanical energy.

Spiral-shaped organ that transforms sound vibrations into neural signals through the organ of Corti.

The membrane-covered opening that leads from the middle ear to the vestibule of the inner ear; stapes footplate pushes on this membrane, transferring acoustic energy to the cochlea.

A gelatinous structure in the cochlea that makes contact with the hairs on the surface of the inner hair cells, aiding in the transduction process.

Equalizes pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere; allows drainage from the middle ear into the pharynx.

Transmits auditory information from the cochlea to the brain; composed of nerve fibers that originate in the organ of Corti.

Equalizes pressure between the middle ear and the atmosphere; ensures optimal vibration of the eardrum.

Region of the brain that processes auditory information, contributing to perception of sound pitch, loudness, and spatial location.

Amplifies certain frequencies of sound, primarily those involved in speech; also directs sound toward the eardrum.

A flexible membrane within the cochlea that supports the organ of Corti; responds to varying sound frequencies differentially along its length.

Contains hair cells that convert mechanical vibrations into electrical signals sent to the brain; rests on the basilar membrane inside the cochlea.

Contains the cell bodies of the auditory nerve fibers that transmit auditory information from the inner hair cells to the auditory cortex.

Allows fluid in the cochlea to move, relieving pressure and facilitating the travel of sound waves.

A fluid-filled cavity within the cochlea that separates the scala tympani from the scala vestibuli and contains the organ of Corti.

Sensory receptors in the cochlea that translate the mechanical vibration of sound into electrical signals; crucial for auditory transduction.

Three fluid-filled tubes oriented at right angles to each other, part of the vestibular system, which help maintain balance.

Transfer and amplify vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear; the stapes footplate connects to the oval window.

Includes the cochlea for hearing and the vestibular system for balance; converts mechanical energy into neural signals.

Gathers and focuses sound into the ear canal; helps with sound localization and directionality.