Our sense of sound is probably the second most important sense, after sight. Unlike sight, we use it constantly, whether we're awake or asleep. Our ears are always open, always screening the sounds around us. What do you know about the magnificent organs that help us navigate the world of sound?
Which of these animals can best hear high frequencies?
Moth This insect can hear frequencies up to 300 kilohertz -- about 100 higher than some bats. Dogs hear frequencies up to about 60 kilohertz, and humans only up to 20.
Cat
Bat
Moth
Dog
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What is the function of the middle ear?
Carry sound waves from the outer ear to the inner ear
Transforms sound waves into vibrations
Collect sound waves
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The pinna, also known as the auricle, is the...
Bones in the middle ear
Thin sheet that vibrates when sound hits it
Outside of the ear, commonly referred to as just 'the ear'.
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True or False: The ears contain the smallest bones in the human body.
True
False
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Which of the following parts of the ear is in danger of being damaged when something is in your ear?
Cochlea
Stirrup
Eardrum
Pinna
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An ____ is a doctor who specializes in medicine related to the ear.
When a song gives you goosebumps, it may be because your body thinks you’re...
Opera singers are trained to hit the same frequency and pitch of a human scream. Even though you’re not scared, your body may think you should be. Music isn’t the only thing that can cause these chills, also known as frisson. A roller coaster, hot bath, or fingernails on a chalkboard can do the same thing.
Angry
Impressed
Happy
Scared
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Having two ears specifically helps with which of the following?
Finding the direction of sounds
Locating the range of sounds
Differentiating between types of sounds
Listening to multiple sounds at the same time
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Your ears help your balance because they...
Canals and organs in your inner ear have sensors that tell your brain if you're staying still, moving side to side, or going up or down.
Have an equal amount of fluid in both ears
Have a balance hormone they release
They use sound for the body to find its balance
Know and signal the brain when your head is moving
Which of the following is NOT a name for one or all of the bones in the middle ear?
Sternum
Stirrup
Hammer
Anvil
Ossicles
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A few drops of THIS can help soften and release the earwax in your ear.
Make sure the water or saline is room temperature, though. If it’s too cold or hot, it might make you dizzy. Please don’t put cotton swabs in your ear canal. Not ever.
Hydrogen peroxide
Both
Baby oil
Neither
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