The part of the ear that vibrates in response to sound waves is:

Pinna

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Cochlea

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Eustachian tube

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Eardrum

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Solution

The correct option is D
Eardrum

Ear drum is the part of the ear that vibrates in response to the sound waves. The eardrum is a thin flap of skin that is stretched tight like a drum and vibrates when sound hits it. These vibrations move the tiny bones of the middle ear which send vibrations to the inner ear.

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