Single Choice

In which part of the ear are sound waves amplified?

ACochlea
Correct Answer
BMiddle ear
COuter ear
DInner ear

Solution

The middle ear transmits the sound waves to the cochlear fluid present in the inner ear or cochlea. The cochlea amplifies these sound vibrations in the cochlear fluid with the help of organ of Corti present along it. Thus the correct answer is option A.

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