Question

Label the parts m, i, and s in the image below.

• A. i - stapes, m - malleus, s - incus
• B. i - stapes, m - incus, s - malleus
• C. i - Incus, m - malleus, s - stapes
• D. i - malleus, m - stapes, s - incus

Answer 1

The correct option is C

i - Incus, m - malleus, s - stapes

The middle ear contains three tiny bones known as the ossicles: malleus, incus, and stapes. The ossicles were given their names based on their distinctive shapes. They are also referred to as the hammer, anvil, and stirrup respectively.