Question

Name the three ossicles found in middle ear.

Answer 1

Middle ear:

1. The tympanic membrane and the bone ossicles known as the malleus, incus, and stapes make up the middle ear.
2. The ossicles attach the eardrum to the inner ear, allowing sound waves to pass through.

Ear ossicles:

1. Malleus: Attached to the eardrum is a hammer (malleus).
2. Incus: In the middle of the circle of bones is an anvil (incus).
3. Stirrup: Stirrup (stapes) a membrane-covered orifice connecting the middle and inner ear.