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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The three middle ear ossicles are named:
Options
A Hammer, anvil, and stirrup (Malleus, Incus, Stapes)
Correct Answer
B Cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canal
C Atlas, axis, and epistropheus
D Tympanum, pinna, and auditory canal
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The three middle ear bones (ossicles) are the malleus (hammer), incus (anvil), and stapes (stirrup), which transmit sound vibrations.

Hint

Think of the common names for these tiny bones involved in hearing.

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