The membrane-like structure in the ear through which we hear sound is:

Larynx

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Eardrum

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Voice box

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is B
Eardrum

The membrane-like structure in the ear through which we hear sound is the eardrum. The sound hits the eardrum and produces vibrations, which goes to the middle ear, then to the inner ear.

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