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The function of the bones in the middle ear is to

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protect the ear from germs.
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enhance the vibrations entering the ear.
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stop the sound from entering the ear.
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produce essential hormones for the proper functioning of the ear.
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The correct option is B enhance the vibrations entering the ear.
There are three tiny bones called ear ossicles, present in the middle ear namely: Malleus, Incus, and Stapes (Latin words for Hammer, Anvil, and Stirrup respectively). The function of these bones is to amplify (improvise) the vibrations that enter the ear so that the quality of the sound is maintained for hearing.

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