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What happens if our tympanum is ruptured? [2 Marks]


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If the tympanum (or) eardrum is damaged, the sound vibration will not reach the auditory nerve. Hence, it will not carry the hearing impulses to the brain. [1.5 Marks]
Permanent damage of the tympanum can result in deafness. [0.5 Marks]

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