Question

Fill in the blanks with correct words.

_________ is also known as the external ear.

Answer 1

Pinna:

1. The pinna, which is visible on the side of the head, and the external auditory canal make up the outer ear.
2. The pinna's job is to capture sound waves, slightly amplify them, and funnel them down the ear canal to the tympanic membrane.

Final answer: Pinna is also known as the external ear.